Water Ecosystem biotic and abiotic factors

In this assessment, take a virtual field trip to any aquatic ecosystem & learn about the biotic & abiotic factors that shape it.
A virtual field trip is a Web search of a location you are unable to visit in person. For this virtual trip, pick any sea, lake, bay, or river in the world and research the biotic and abiotic factors that make it unique. Include the following features in the virtual field trip research:
the location of your body of water
a description of the geography surrounding your body of water
the effects of sunlight on the aquatic life inhabiting your body of water
the depths and salinity of your body of water and how this shapes the types of aquatic life present
the effects of seasonal changes to water temperatures and aquatic life in your body of water
predictions or current research on the effects of climate change to your body of water
Now that the research is gathered, share the virtual field trip. Include pictures of the aquatic ecosystem and the life within it in the presentation & make sure to cite the sources of the pictures and research.
Creative format
slide show
Web page
illustration that includes research notes
Grading Requirements
Presentation includes descriptions of all of the necessary features:
the location of your body of water
a description of the geography surrounding your body of water
the effects of sunlight on the aquatic life inhabiting your body of water
the depths and salinity of your body of water and how this shapes the types of aquatic life present
the effects of seasonal changes to water temperatures and aquatic life in your body of water
predictions or current research on the effects of climate change to your body of water
Grading Criteria:
Breadth Includes descriptions of all of the expected features. The presentation includes detailed descriptions of aquatic system features.
Depth Includes accurate and complete descriptions of aquatic system features.
The project demonstrates an understanding of the features unique to aquatic ecosystems
Understanding Shows an advanced understanding of the features unique to aquatic ecosystems.
The methods used to support thinking and show comprehension are advanced. The description goes well beyond the grasp of key ideas typically found at this level.
The presentation is organized and presents the information clearly.
Clarity The finished product is extremely clear and organized.

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