SCI 100 Module One Activity Template: Topic Exploration
Instructions
Visit the
Science Daily
website to choose a natural science–related news story published within the past
six months on a topic of interest to you. Ensure the article meets the criteria provided in the Module One
Activity Guidelines and Rubric.
Answer the following questions about your chosen scientific news story. Replace the bracketed text
below with your responses.
Provide the title and link to your chosen news story so your instructor may locate it.
[
How light and temperature work together to affect plant growth
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/08/220829085945.htm]
Summarize the main idea of the news story you selected. This should only take 1–2 sentences.
[ Scientists have discovered that the protein PIF7 and the hormone auxin accelerate plant
growth when it is exposed to warm temperatures but is shaded.
Briefly explain any prior knowledge and what you’d like to know more about regarding your selected
news story.
[I have many house plants, so I am very aware of how plants stretch and bend to reach the best
sunlight. I would like to learn more about how the protein and hormone work together to help
stimulate this growth.]
Discuss the value of the scientific research presented in your selected news story for contemporary
society.
[With global warming threating our planet very quickly this research could help scientists
develop more resilient crops, helping create a sustainable and endurable food source. This
research could also help landscapers create new artwork with more tolerant plant varieties.]
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