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- 9th - 12th
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Students compare/contrast prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. They explain the endosymbiont theory for the origin of eukaryotic cell organelles, and explain evidence of an endosymbiotic origin for two common eukaryotic cell organelles. Full Review »
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- 7th - 8th
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Students recognize and identify major groups found in the Arctic benthos. They describe common feeding strategies used by benthic animals in the Arctic Ocean. They discuss relationships between Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students describe and explain chemical defense strategies used by many marine seaweeds and sessile invertebrates. They explain three ways chemicals produced by marine organisms can benefit humans. Full Review »
The family Majidae, containing approximately 900 species, is widely distributed in marine waters (Brownell et al, 1977). Although the vast majority of majid crabs are small and have no direct economic importance, some species support commercial fisheries Full Review »
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- 4th - 6th
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Students explore how pollution affects biological diversity in benthic communities. After conducting research, students make inferences about the possible effects of oil drilling operations on benthic communities. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 5th
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Students research the evolutionary adaptations of marine birds and how these unique characteristics play into basic survival. They consider whether protecting the habitat of aquatic birds is as important as saving a better-known animal, such as the dolphin. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students evaluate various forms of data to determine whether floating larvae are protected by the water circulation in the vicinity of seamounts. Full Review »
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- 10th - 12th
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Students complete two labs. They observe the fertilization and development of sea urchin and zebrafish embryos. They examine the similarities and differences in the development of an invertebrate vs. a vertebrate animal. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students research a marine invertebrate and create an illustrated report to contribute to a classroom exhibit. They write a brief report about their invertebrate and create a colorful illustration, painting, or 3-D model. Full Review »
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- 4th - 5th
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Students identify invertebrates in the mollusk family. They read a story about a clam, complete a KWL chart, and rotate through stations to observe several mollusks. In addition, they complete observational drawings. Full Review »
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