Activity Object Details
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Course
Science
Type
Concept Development
Description
The aim of this activity is to explain and emphasize the importance of parasitism which is one of the symbiotic relationships within an ecosystem. After engaging and explaining the concept of parasitism via the relationship of the shark and lampreys, the 6 different symbioses are given and the types of that symbiosis are asked. At the end of the activity symbiotic relationships in an ecosystem are explained briefly.
Prerequisites
No Prerequisites
Approximate Learning Time
30 minutes
Grade Level
4 - 8
Keywords
Symbiosis, mutualism, commensalism, parasitism, parasite, host, flowers, bees, sharks, remora, lampreys, mistletoe, trees, lichens, mice, ticks,
System Requirements
Operating System: Windows/MacOS/Linux, Browser: Internet Explorer/Firefox/Opera/Safari with Flash Player 9.0, Internet Connection
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