Decomposition in Stream Ecosystems
Module Summary
The following labs revolve around the process of decomposition in stream ecosystems. Decomposition is known as an ecosystem function, which means that it is important in the flow of energy in streams. Throughout the next few weeks we will set up an experiment and analyze the data. The main focus is to calculate the decomposition rates between different treatments.
Grade Levels
9-12
Module Materials (view or download)
Calculating Leaf Breakdown
Bacteria Colonization
Making Tea
What’s for Lunch?
What Happened to My Pigs?
Module Activity Overview | Estimated Class Time |
Calculating Leaf Breakdown | 2 (45 min) classes |
Bacteria Colonization | 2 (45 min) classes |
Making Tea | 2 (45 min) classes |
What’s for Lunch? | 1 (45 min) class |
What Happened to My Pigs? | 1 (45 min) class |
Last updated: 3/10/2015