Ecology Lab (Coursework)
Unit V Assessment
Introduction
In previous chapters, we learned that life is very diverse. Organisms range from single cells to multi-celled. Some organisms cannot even be seen with the naked eye. Is diversity increasing or decreasing? In the future, will we have more organisms? Does our population play a role in the lives of other organisms? Should we be concerned if an organism goes extinct? The following exploratory activity will help you understand threats to organisms, what is being done to save them, and how organisms are classified.
Objective
- Subdivide organisms according to taxonomic classification.
- Evaluate the effects of human habits on ecosystems and organisms.
Materials
Computer with internet access
Directions
- 1. Go to: http://www(dot)redlist(dot)org/
- In the Search Term Box, type in your state or a state you are interested in (Alabama, Florida, etc.)
- Pick one of the organisms from the list, and answer the following questions. Do not pick an organism that is of least concern.
- Type all answers directly on the data sheet.
- Select Save As, and use your last name and student ID as a file name.
- Upload the data sheet as a .doc, .docx, or .rtf file when finished.
What is the IUCN Red List?
What state did you type in the box?
What is the scientific name for the organism you picked?
What is the common name(s) for the organism you picked?
Before completing this exercise, had you ever heard of the species that you picked?
What is the geographic range for your organism?
What is the population trend?
In what habitat and system does your organism live?
Ecology
Unit V Assessment
What is the IUCN Red List?
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What state did you type in the box?
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What is the scientific name for the organism you picked?
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What is the common name(s) for the organism you picked?
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Before completing this exercise, had you ever heard of the species that you picked?
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What is the geographic range for your organism?
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What is the population trend?
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In what habitat and system does your organism live?
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In which kingdom is your organism classified?
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In which phylum is your organism classified?
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In which class is your organism classified?
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In which order is your organism classified?
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In which family is your organism classified?
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What Red List Category is your organism classified?
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Why was this organism classified as such?
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What are the major threats to the organism?
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What human actions threaten this organism?
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What (if anything) is currently being done to protect the species?
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What does it matter if this species goes extinct in your state? In other words, why is it important?
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In your opinion, can this species be saved or is it too late? Briefly explain your answer.
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Considering what you have learned from this activity and the textbook chapters, explain your thoughts about the following statement.
Humans rely on other organisms for survival; however, other organisms do not need humans for survival.
Take a stand. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?
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It is the world’s most comprehensive inventory of the global conservation status of biological species.
Florida
Consolea corallicola
Florida Semaphore Cactus
Yes, I have
This species is endemic to S...
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