Ecology
Standard 7.7 Analyzes relationships of living things
Standard 7.8 Understands cycling of matter in an ecosystem
Standard 7.9 Evaluates human impact on environment
Standard 7.8 Understands cycling of matter in an ecosystem
Standard 7.9 Evaluates human impact on environment
In our ecology unit, we explore what makes an ecosystem and examine patterns of interactions between organisms and their environment. This includes looking at how materials and resources within an ecosystem are used and recycled by different organisms to sustain the ecosystem. Humans have a tremendous impact on the Earth's ecosystems, both positively and negatively. To we spend time exploring our role within different ecosystems and reflecting on how we can increase our positive impact and minimize our negative impact on Earth.