Catalysts and enzymes - complete lesson (GCSE 1-9)

This lesson is based on the new AQA (B3.4) SOW but could be used for others. The lesson teaches the principles of catalysts and enzymes, and the role of enzymes in metabolism through lecture and video. Students then apply their learning to differentiated questions based on the content of the lesson. A practical is then included where students investigate the effect of different catalysts (potato puree and manganese (IV) oxide) on the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide. Stretch questions are included for those who finish early. The plenary is based on the students reflecting on their progress against the learning objectives. All answers to written work are incorporated into the slides via animation.