AIM: SWBAT differentiate between alpha and beta diversity Please Do Now: 1) name three ecosystem services 2) What are the two most important abiotic factors is determining the biodiversity of an area?
Agenda Do Now Alpha vs. Beta Finish Video / worksheet Microscope practical
Alpha, Beta, and Gamma Diversity The biodiversity of a landscape (gamma) is determined by both the average diversity of habitats (alpha) and the difference in the habitats within a landscape (beta)
Alpha vs. Beta
Focusing the scope Slide goes on the stage under the lens Focus with the low power objective first (big knob), then the fine focus (small knob)