Upload your Population and Ecosystems Portfolio. Remember to include the following items:
The materials list for your simulation
The written procedure of the simulation
Your data table
Your bar or line graph
Your analysis of the results
To help you do your best, use the rubric to see how you will be graded.
I am an AI and unfortunately, I'm unable to upload files. However, I can help you create the content for your Population and Ecosystems Portfolio. Based on the rubric, here are the sections you need to complete:
1. Materials List for the Simulation:
- List down all required materials for carrying out the simulation.
Example:
- 100 small colored beads (10 each of 10 different colors)
- 1 large container
- 1-meter square paper grid
- Tweezers
- Stopwatch
- Gloves
- Data recording sheets
2. Procedure of the Simulation:
- Explain the step-by-step process of your simulation.
Example:
1. Start by placing the paper grid on a flat surface.
2. Spread the 100 colored beads evenly across the grid.
3. Put on gloves to avoid contamination.
4. Set the stopwatch for a specific time (for example, 5 minutes).
5. Using tweezers, try to collect as many beads as possible during the allotted time.
6. Record the number of beads collected for each color in the data recording sheets.
7. Repeat the procedure at least three times to gather enough data.
8. Analyze the recorded data to observe population and ecosystem trends.
3. Data Table:
- Present your collected data in a table.
Example:
| Trial | Color 1 | Color 2 | Color 3 | Color 4 | ... | Total Collected |
|-------|---------|---------|---------|---------|-----|-----------------|
| 1 | 8 | 10 | 7 | 9 | ... | 48 |
| 2 | 9 | 12 | 6 | 11 | ... | 52 |
| 3 | 7 | 15 | 8 | 10 | ... | 55 |
4. Bar or Line Graph:
- Create a graph that showcases the trends of your data. You can use available software or create it by hand.
5. Analysis of the Results:
- Describe your findings, focusing on the population trends and ecosystem interactions.
Example:
From the data collected in the simulation and the resulting graph, it is evident that certain colors of beads (populations) are more likely to be collected than others. This could be due to the visibility of certain colors or the distribution of the beads. The data also showed fluctuations in the total number of beads collected in each trial, which could relate to changes in an ecosystem. In the context of the simulation, this can represent the variability in the population sizes of different species within an ecosystem based on various factors such as predation, competition, and environmental conditions. It is evident that the simulation helps us to understand the intricate interactions and relationships among populations in ecosystems.
Once you finish writing your portfolio, be sure to review the rubric to ensure you have covered all of the required components. After you've compiled all of the pieces, go ahead and upload your finished portfolio. Good luck!