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1.2.7

Definition

The student will use relationships discovered in the lab to explain phenomena observed outside the laboratory.

Activities

Oyster Behavior in the Larval Stage

Exploration

The Chesapeake Bay Oyster Population

Evaluation

The Great Oyster Debate

Extension

Scientific Research: Observing the Behavior of Oyster Larvae

Oysters on the Move: Calculating Swimming Speed

PowerPoint Presentation: Oyster Research at Horn Point Laboratory

The Case of the Disappearing Blue Crab

Explanation

How do we know if Hematodinium is the Culprit?

Zebra Fish as a Model for Muscle Development

Evaluation

Design a Zebrafish Experiment

The Effect of Tides and Elevation on Wetland Plant Communities

Extension

Is this true for all wetlands?

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