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Wildlife Corridors Connect Islands
Ecological Tolerance is a Range
Day 18. Monday, October 13th:
Day 18. Monday, October 13th:
Corridors
Corridors
HOMEWORK: Complete the three questions on ecological tolerance (subject 2.4) in AP Classroom. Associated videos are also assigned but optional.
HOMEWORK: Complete the three questions on ecological tolerance (subject 2.4) in AP Classroom. Associated videos are also assigned but optional.
Day 17. Friday, October 10th:
Day 17. Friday, October 10th:
HOMEWORK: Complete three three questions in the Island Biogeography Quiz in AP Classroom. Three related videos are also assigned but not required. Due Monday, October 13th.
HOMEWORK: Complete three three questions in the Island Biogeography Quiz in AP Classroom. Three related videos are also assigned but not required. Due Monday, October 13th.
Day 16. Wednesday, October 8th:
Day 16. Wednesday, October 8th:
BIODIVERSITY INCLUDES:
BIODIVERSITY INCLUDES:
Genetic Diversity
Genetic Diversity
-individual diversity -population diversity
-individual diversity -population diversity
Species Diversity
Species Diversity
-species richness -species evenness
-species richness -species evenness
Habitat/Ecosystem Diversity
Habitat/Ecosystem Diversity
Use the information from kicknet sampling to determine both the Simpsons Diversity Index and the Shannon Weiner Diversity Index.
Use the information from kicknet sampling to determine both the Simpsons Diversity Index and the Shannon Weiner Diversity Index.
When would you use each?
When would you use each?
Simpsons is more influenced by species richness.
Simpsons is more influenced by species richness.
Shannon is more influenced by species evenness.
Shannon is more influenced by species evenness.
Share out some Ecosystem/Biomes Diversity Slideshows
Share out some Ecosystem/Biomes Diversity Slideshows
Environmental stress, how to survive it. Come up with a likely stressor that your ecosystem/biome might experience. What factors would support survival?
Environmental stress, how to survive it. Come up with a likely stressor that your ecosystem/biome might experience. What factors would support survival?
-Food Web
-Food Web
-Genetic Diversity
-Genetic Diversity
-Generalist vs Specialist
-Generalist vs Specialist
Ecosystem Services
Ecosystem Services
-Provisioning: products from the ecosystem like timber and food.
-Provisioning: products from the ecosystem like timber and food.
-Regulating: regulation of natural process that are beneficial like pollination and air filtration.
-Regulating: regulation of natural process that are beneficial like pollination and air filtration.
-Cultural: providing cultural, mental, and physical benefits like a peaceful place, calming atmosphere, and location for outdoor activities.
-Cultural: providing cultural, mental, and physical benefits like a peaceful place, calming atmosphere, and location for outdoor activities.
-Supporting: large fundamental processes that allow all other ecosystem services to exist including biogeochemical cycling, soil formation, and primary production.
-Supporting: large fundamental processes that allow all other ecosystem services to exist including biogeochemical cycling, soil formation, and primary production.
HOMEWORK: Complete the three 2.1 Introduction to Biodiversity Quiz Questions and the two 2.2 Ecosystem Services Quiz Questions in AP Classroom. Associated 2.1 and 2.2 videos are assigned but not required.
HOMEWORK: Complete the three 2.1 Introduction to Biodiversity Quiz Questions and the two 2.2 Ecosystem Services Quiz Questions in AP Classroom. Associated 2.1 and 2.2 videos are assigned but not required.
Who is this to the right? Why is she significant?
Who is this to the right? Why is she significant?
What are ecosystem services?
What are ecosystem services?
Day 15. Monday, October 6th:
Day 15. Monday, October 6th:
Worktime for Biomes/Ecosystems Resiliency shown below and posted in Canvas.
Worktime for Biomes/Ecosystems Resiliency shown below and posted in Canvas.
HOMEWORK: Read this Khan Academy article on Ecosystem Services and list, explain, and give an example of each of the services covered in the article. Upload your work to Canvas.
HOMEWORK: Read this Khan Academy article on Ecosystem Services and list, explain, and give an example of each of the services covered in the article. Upload your work to Canvas.
Biodiversity includes genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosystem diversity.
Biodiversity includes genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosystem diversity.
See visual to the right.
Day 14. Friday, October 2nd:
Day 14. Friday, October 2nd:
Macroinvertebrate Kicknet Sampling
Macroinvertebrate Kicknet Sampling
-kicknet sampling in the stream
-kicknet sampling in the stream
-bring specimens (in tub) to class and ID under microscope
-bring specimens (in tub) to class and ID under microscope
-return critters
-return critters
Biomes/Ecosystems Resiliency
Make a slideshow that includes the following:
-Slide 1: should have a picture of the biome or ecosystem.
-Slide 2: should include a map that shows the location of this biome or ecosystem.
-Slide 3 should answer the question "Does this biome or ecosystem have habitat diversity? Why or why not?"
-Slide 4: Give an example of an organism that has gone through a genetic bottleneck in this area.
Include a picture and explanation.
-Slide 5: Present one generalist and one specialist carnivore from this ecosystem that might be competitors. Include pictures and explanations.
-Slide 6: Present one generalist and one specialist herbivore from this ecosystem.
Include pictures and explanations.
-Slide 7: Include one generalist and one specialist autotroph from this area. Include pictures and explanations.
-Slide 8: Address which organisms are best suited to survive disruption to this area. Explain why.
-Slide 9: References.
-Slide 10: Group members names and assigned tasks.
Suggested Biomes/Ecosystems Shown Below:
Savannah
Tropical Rainforest
Tundra
Shrub steppe
Coral Reef
Kelp Forest
Temperate Rainforest
Day 12. Monday, September 29th:
Day 12. Monday, September 29th:
Explain Ecosystem Services (not on exam)
Explain Ecosystem Services (not on exam)
APESGO
APESGO
Complete the Progress Check (both multiple choice and FRQ in AP Classroom. The in class exam will have similar format and problems.
Complete the Progress Check (both multiple choice and FRQ in AP Classroom. The in class exam will have similar format and problems.
What is the ratio of carbon dioxide reactants to oxygen products?
What happens to biomass as you move up the energy pyramid?
Day 11. Wednesday, September 24th:
Day 11. Wednesday, September 24th:
Check in about Productivity Practice
Check in about Productivity Practice
After collecting your data from Jackson Creek, conduct some research and answer the following on a piece of paper to be turned into the basket:
After collecting your data from Jackson Creek, conduct some research and answer the following on a piece of paper to be turned into the basket:
-What were your results from the test you conducted?
-What were your results from the test you conducted?
-What should be expected from a healthy stream/riparian ecosystem in the Pacific Northwest?
-What should be expected from a healthy stream/riparian ecosystem in the Pacific Northwest?
-What do your test results suggest about the conditions of Jackson Creek. Explain your answer.
-What do your test results suggest about the conditions of Jackson Creek. Explain your answer.
Turbidity conversion from centimeters to NTUs (Nephelometric Turbidity Units)
to the right.
to the right.
Alkalinity (see above) is a measure of bicarbonate ions. These keep pH consistent.
Day 10. Wednesday, September 24th:
Day 10. Wednesday, September 24th:
Unit 1. The Living World: Ecosystems Study Guide
Unit 1. The Living World: Ecosystems Study Guide
HOMEWORK: Complete the Productivity Practice Worksheet (see above). Work on the Unit 1 Study Guide. Due next Wednesday, October 1st.
HOMEWORK: Complete the Productivity Practice Worksheet (see above). Work on the Unit 1 Study Guide. Due next Wednesday, October 1st.
Day 9. Friday, September 20th:
Day 9. Friday, September 20th:
Break into east, middle, and west stream sites. Designate a measurement task for each of the groups this week (see measurement tasks below).
Break into east, middle, and west stream sites. Designate a measurement task for each of the groups this week (see measurement tasks below).
HOMEWORK: Complete AP Classroom Questions 1.9, 1.10, and 1.11. Due Friday, September 26th. Videos are available and recommended but not required.
HOMEWORK: Complete AP Classroom Questions 1.9, 1.10, and 1.11. Due Friday, September 26th. Videos are available and recommended but not required.
Day 8. Friday, September 20th:
Day 8. Friday, September 20th:
HOMEWORK: Read the section on page 111 titled Energy is converted to biomass, then write a definitions for the following...primary production, gross primary production, secondary production, productivity, and net primary productivity. Upload your definitions to the Page 11 Definitions assignment in Canvas.
HOMEWORK: Read the section on page 111 titled Energy is converted to biomass, then write a definitions for the following...primary production, gross primary production, secondary production, productivity, and net primary productivity. Upload your definitions to the Page 11 Definitions assignment in Canvas.
Also, complete the 1.6, 1.7, and 1.8 multiple choice questions in AP Classroom. The assignment listed above should help you with the 1.8 questions. The videos are recommended but not required.
Also, complete the 1.6, 1.7, and 1.8 multiple choice questions in AP Classroom. The assignment listed above should help you with the 1.8 questions. The videos are recommended but not required.
What types of lakes are shown above?
What types of lakes are shown above?
Oligotrophic, Mesotrophic, & Eutrophic
Day 7. Wednesday, September 17th:
Day 7. Wednesday, September 17th:
We might go to the stream on Friday. We will go to the stream next week. Not everyone needs to go in. FYI
We might go to the stream on Friday. We will go to the stream next week. Not everyone needs to go in. FYI
Correction from last time...Olig = few
Correction from last time...Olig = few
HOMEWORK: Become an expert on your cycle and the problems associated with your cycle. Everyone in your group should be an expert compared to the rest of the class! I might question "grill" you next time we meet :)
HOMEWORK: Become an expert on your cycle and the problems associated with your cycle. Everyone in your group should be an expert compared to the rest of the class! I might question "grill" you next time we meet :)
Day 6. Monday, September 15th:
Day 6. Monday, September 15th:
HOMEWORK: Complete the Carbon Cycle Quiz 1.4 and the Nitrogen Cycle Quiz 1.5 multiple choice questions in AP Classroom. Associated videos are available but not required. Due Friday, September 19th.
HOMEWORK: Complete the Carbon Cycle Quiz 1.4 and the Nitrogen Cycle Quiz 1.5 multiple choice questions in AP Classroom. Associated videos are available but not required. Due Friday, September 19th.
Day 5. Friday, September 12th:
Day 5. Friday, September 12th:
Homework: Read questions 117 to 128 on biogeochemical cycles in your book. Answer questions 7, 8, 9, and 10 on page 128 and upload your answers to Canvas. Due Wednesday, September 17th.
Homework: Read questions 117 to 128 on biogeochemical cycles in your book. Answer questions 7, 8, 9, and 10 on page 128 and upload your answers to Canvas. Due Wednesday, September 17th.
Day 4. Wednesday, September 10th:
Day 4. Wednesday, September 10th:
Boot check-out for stream surveys.
Boot check-out for stream surveys.
HOMEWORK: Complete 1.2 and 1.3 AP Classroom multiple choice questions on terrestrial and aquatic biomes. Videos are assigned but optional.
HOMEWORK: Complete 1.2 and 1.3 AP Classroom multiple choice questions on terrestrial and aquatic biomes. Videos are assigned but optional.
Day 3. Monday, September 8th:
Day 3. Monday, September 8th:
HOMEWORK: Don't forget that AP Classroom Topics 1.1 and your Letter of Introduction is due before the end of today. Here's my letter of introduction to you.
HOMEWORK: Don't forget that AP Classroom Topics 1.1 and your Letter of Introduction is due before the end of today. Here's my letter of introduction to you.
Also, Use this Terrestrial Biomes Slideshow to complete this Terrestrial Biomes Assignment (you received a hardcopy in class). Due Wednesday, September 10th.
Also, Use this Terrestrial Biomes Slideshow to complete this Terrestrial Biomes Assignment (you received a hardcopy in class). Due Wednesday, September 10th.
Time A
Time B
Practicing the skill of visual representation.
Can you estimate times A and B on the growth curves?
Day 2. Friday, September 5th:
Day 2. Friday, September 5th:
Unit 1. The Living World: Ecosystems
Introduction to Ecosystems and Terrestrial Biomes Slideshow
Predator Prey Simulation (next time use small lined graph paper and weight the lynx with a penny)
Book Check Out
Homework: Complete the 1.1 Topic Questions in AP Classroom. There are 3 multiple choice questions. The assigned topic videos are optional.
Day 1. Wednesday, September 3rd (All Day):
Day 1. Wednesday, September 3rd (All Day):
-Names Video
-Names Video
-HOMEWORK: Letter of Introduction (you should follow the formal greeting and closing format when sending emails to M. Hee throughout the year). If you have me for more than one class, one letter submitted twice is fine. If you completed this assignment for me last year, just tell me what's new with you. Upload your completed letter to Canvas.
-HOMEWORK: Letter of Introduction (you should follow the formal greeting and closing format when sending emails to M. Hee throughout the year). If you have me for more than one class, one letter submitted twice is fine. If you completed this assignment for me last year, just tell me what's new with you. Upload your completed letter to Canvas.
Also, sign up for AP Classroom with your own account College Board account at myap.collegeboard.org. You need to say “Yes” you are taking the test. You can change your mind by November 14th for free (otherwise $40). Make sure that you scroll down the screen to see the button to push for this! If you don't, it defaults to undecided and Mr. Kirkpatrick (AP Coordinator) will hunt you down, or even worse, you might think that you are signed up for the exam when you are not. Upload a text in Canvas after you have completed the sign-up.
Also, sign up for AP Classroom with your own account College Board account at myap.collegeboard.org. You need to say “Yes” you are taking the test. You can change your mind by November 14th for free (otherwise $40). Make sure that you scroll down the screen to see the button to push for this! If you don't, it defaults to undecided and Mr. Kirkpatrick (AP Coordinator) will hunt you down, or even worse, you might think that you are signed up for the exam when you are not. Upload a text in Canvas after you have completed the sign-up.
Class Code is shown below:
Class Code is shown below:
AG47GZ
AG47GZ
Share out some Ecosystem/Biomes Diversity Slideshows
Share out some Ecosystem/Biomes Diversity Slideshows
Environmental stress, how to survive it. Come up with a likely stressor that your ecosystem/biome might experience. What factors would support survival?
Environmental stress, how to survive it. Come up with a likely stressor that your ecosystem/biome might experience. What factors would support survival?
-Food Web
-Food Web
-Genetic Diversity
-Genetic Diversity
-Generalist vs Specialist
-Generalist vs Specialist
Veenema Island Biogeography PDF
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