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Purpose:
To investigate the concept of distribution of organisms in a resource gradient. Students will also gain a better understanding of the differences between kinesis and taxis. Students will also be able to describe aspect of animal behavior such as orientation behavior, agonistic behavior, mating behavior, etc. Students will also understand the adaptiveness of the behavior studied.
Objectives Links:
Structure & Function of Prokaryotic, Eukaryotic & Subcellular Organizations
Process Skills Checklist
Materials:
- Sowbugs or roly-polies
- Plastic choice chamber made from plastic petri dishes
- super glue
- paper towels
- magnifying glass
Safety Concerns:
No specific safety requirements needed
Revision Date:
Summer 2001
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