Well, the first day of classes is now over, and believe it or not, I learned something on the very first day! I only had two classes: Organic Chemistry Lab and Botany Lab. Organic Chemistry Lab just started out as every other Chemistry Lab, in that we went through safety procedures and made sure we had all our necessary supplies. We did get an assignment on the very first day, which I wasn't exactly thrilled about, but since that class only meets once a week, it won't be due until next Tuesday. So, as usual, it looks like my Chemistry Lab will be interesting, and at times, fun!
When it came to Botany Lab, I really didn't know what to expect. I knew we would be studying about plants, but I really had no idea how the class would be structured. Well, it turns out that it will be a fairly laid-back environment, since according to my professor, lab is supposed to be more fun and interesting. I can tell that she is a very friendly, genuine person, and she really tries to connect with her students. I know already that I will enjoy the lab part of this course, so I will probably be talking about it a lot in the coming months.
Okay, now here's where I want to try something new. My grandfather suggested that I shouldn't only discuss what's happening in my life, but to ask questions and involve the reader. Well, here we go! Like I said before, I learned something today from my Botany class, so let's see how much you all know about plants.
1. What are the three organs that make up the vascular plant body? (Vascular plants are the ones we usually think of: trees, bushes, flowers, etc.)
2. What is the pigment that plants use in order to perform photosynthesis? What color is this pigment?
3. What are the two pathways of the vascular system of plants? (Vascular = transporting water and nutrients)
4. What three types of tissues make up the internal structures of plants?
5. What is the part of the plant that grows as a stalk from the stem and forms a leaf?
6. What is the name of the portion of the stem where one or more leaves are attached?
Well, there you have it! You might need to do a little research to find these answers, but see if you can come up with any of them on your own. I knew a few of these before today's class, but a couple of them (namely, numbers 4-6) I learned, or re-learned, today. Hopefully you enjoy this type of reader involvement, and if you do, I intend to do it more often. I will still talk about my life both in and out of school, but I think this type of involvement can be fun and different.
Well, I should really be getting to bed soon, since I have classes all morning tomorrow. Here's where I'll be tomorrow: Sociology, Botany lecture, Organic Chemistry lecture, Calculus, and English. It'll be a very busy day, but I think I can handle it. Of course, I will report to you any major events that occur, and maybe even some more questions to ponder! I hope this post finds everyone well and enjoying their week, and I hope to hear some answers to my brain busters soon!
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I think your grandfather (assuming it is your maternal grandfather) is rather opinionated for someone not willing to do his own blog.
Man, I feel like I'm reading Harry Potter. Which is tougher... Professor Snape's Potions class or Professor Sprout's Herbology class?
Just kidding of course.
I think I know a few of the answers. May email instead of reveal my ignorance to everyone here.
yeah, that's it, I'm going to email my answers also, so as not to spoil it for others. :) I think I know the photosynthesis one.
Those questions are easy and you should do well on future tests. A more dificult queston would be: "How long did it take God to create the first plant?" Show your proof.
Everyone's saying they know the answers, but where are they?!?!
And by the way, I think Professor Snape's class would be WAY harder!!!
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