In a recent mission, Nasa sent supplies to the International Space Station, including bottles of red wine from Bordeaux. But the real goal was to explore growing food and drink in space for people on Earth. This led to advancements in plant growth using LED lights and genetic adaptations.
Today’s movie
VIEO
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_q8geBY3vPA
Listening Quiz
Let’s test your knowledge with a quiz question: what was the first food grown in space?
Q1: What was the first food grown in space?
Q2: How do plants grow in environments with little natural light?
Q3: What is the role of plasticity in plants?
Q4: How do plants cope with microgravity in space?
Q5: What factor contributes to plants’ ability to grow in changing climates on Earth?
Vocabulary
Let’s explore some key terms related to growing plants in space:
The growth of plants in space is facilitated by LED lighting, providing the necessary spectrum for photosynthesis.
Plants display plasticity by adjusting to microgravity in space, showcasing their resilience and survival skills.
Photosynthesis is crucial for plant growth, converting light energy into chemical energy for sustenance.
Plants in space experience microgravity, leading to unique growth patterns and genetic adaptations.
Plants develop genetic adaptations in space to thrive in challenging conditions, enhancing their resilience.