devry sci204 week 12 iLab 2 of 7 Ecosystem, Biodiversity, and Species
Submit your assignment to the Dropbox located on the silver tab at the top of this page.
(See the Syllabus section "Due Dates for Assignments & Exams" for due dates.)
iLAB OVERVIEW
Scenario and Summary
These labs are graded and should be completed prior to taking the weekly quiz. The purpose of the labs is to familiarize yourself with the major concepts of the course. You will be exploring important concepts in environmental science in an interactive fashion. You may need to install the Adobe Flash plug-in and the Shockwave plug-in to view these files. These plug-ins can be downloaded for free at http://www.adobe.com.
This iLab will discuss ecosystems, food webs, and the transfer of energy between species. It begins by looking at biomes and ecosystems. Once we have an understanding of ecosystems, we will explore the food chains and food webs that operate within an ecosystem. Answer the four exercises at the end of the iLab in detail.
Deliverables
The total value of this iLab is 40 points; the questions will be worth the following points.
- Question 1 is worth a maximum of 10 points—3 points for each and 1 for a detailed discussion.
- Question 2 is worth a maximum of 10 points—5 points for giving and discussing each example.
- Question 3 is worth a maximum of 10 points, 5 points for each problem and solution.
- Question 4 is worth a maximum of 10 points—5 points for the examples and 5 points for discussing the protection measures.
Discuss the producer, consumer and decomposer relationships in this ecosystem after the eruption. List your references (at least three references are required).
Discuss any two plant species and any two animal species that are affecting the Everglades. What are the challenges facing the native species and how are they adapting to the changing environment? List your references (at least three references are required).
Discuss any two serious problems that are affecting the coral reefs in the world today. Suggest solutions to these concerns. List your references (at least three references are required)
Discuss any two plant and any two animal species that are either endangered of threatened in your state. What efforts is your state taking to protect these species from extinction? Are they successful? What extra actions would support these efforts to ensure higher success rates?
Required Software
Pearson
Access the software at http://media.pearsoncmg.com/pcp/pls_1256927945/es_ilab2/index.html.
iLAB STEPS
STEP 1: Review Lab Instructions
Back to TopClick this link (ecosystems, biodiversity, and species) to access the lab. Your assignment is to review the lab content and then answer the exercise questions at the bottom of the lab.
STEP 2: Prepare Lab Report
Back to Top- Complete the lab report exercises in MS Word format.
- Provide detailed answers to Exercises 1, 2, 3, and 4.
- You must have a cover page with your name, course name, date, iLab number, and title.
STEP 3: Submit Your Report
Back to TopSubmit your assignment to the Week 2 iLab Dropbox located on the silver tab at the top of this page.
See the Syllabus section "Due Dates for Assignments & Exams" for due date information.
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