Description

Explore the lab to learn core concepts of biodiversity then apply your knowledge to reveal the processes behind the five threatened species biomes.

Objectives

• Students learn about the concept of biodiversity
• Students understand genes, species and ecosystem as components of biodiversity
• Students understand the relationships and interactions of biodiversity in an ecosystem (food webs and trophic pyramids)
• Understand what an ecosystem and a biome are and how they function
• Understand ecological niche - the role of a species and how it is adapted

Curriculum Connections Summary

• Ontario - Science
• Quebec - Science
• New Brunswick - Science
• Nova Scotia - Science
• Alberta - Science
• British Columbia - ADST and Science
• Manitoba - Science
• Prince Edward Island - Science
• Saskatchewan - Science
• Newfoundland & Labrador - Science
• Yukon Territories - Follows B.C.'s Curriculum
• Northwest Territories - Follows Alberta's Curriculum
• Nunavut - Follows Alberta's Curriculum