Program summary
Environmental focus: -
Years: 11–12
Time: -
Maximum number: 1 class group
Description
- Science 21
- Science in Practice
- Senior Biology - Ecology:
- Understanding Biology
- Investigating Biology
- Evaluating Biological Issues
Students investigate a mangrove ecosystem focusing on biodiversity and adaptations of the organisms living in the hostile intertidal environment. Mangroves and crabs are identified using dichotomous key. A quadrat study along a transect is conducted to examine the abiotic and biotic features of the ecosystem. With data collected from other activities, students evaluate the potential impacts of a development proposal culminating in a report.