Procedure


Include the following research topics in your PowerPoint presentation.

I.    Abiotic Factors

  • Map showing location
  • Latitude ranges, altitude ranges, typical geography
  • Climate, temperature, rainfall, salt levels, etc.
  • Natural resources (renewable & nonrenewable)

II.    Biotic Factors                  Wildflowers by the sea coast

  • Level of biodiversity
  • Description of typical plant life
  • Detailed description of at least 5 typical animals
    • Scientific name & common name
    • Habitat
    • Niche
    • Trophic level
    • Population size
    • Special adaptations
  • Describe organisms from any other kingdoms which are influential to this biome (monerans, protists, fungi)

III.    Relationships

  • Identify & describe at least one symbiotic relationship
  • Identify & describe at least one predator-prey relationship
  • Identify & describe at least one plant or animal that is threatened or endangered; include the causes for the organism's status and what is currently being done to improve the situation
  • Create a food web using at least 10 organisms

IV.    Human Interactions                    Sea lion on buoy

  • Recreational uses
  • Pollution concerns
  • Exploitation of natural resources
  • Threats to the ecosystems
  • Conservation methods & strategies being used

 

 

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