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Delve into the diverse world of aquatic systems, from freshwater to marine habitats. Learn about saltwater and freshwater life zones, human influences, and the critical role of biodiversity. Understand the effects of human activities and the resilience of aquatic ecosystems.
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Major Concepts • What influences aquatic systems? • Describe saltwater life zones • Describe freshwater life zones • How do human activities effect aquatic systems?
Marine habitats Freshwater habitats Benthos, Nekton & Plankton Euphotic Zone Role of Photosynthesis Role if dissolved Oxygen and C02 Aquatic Environments: Discuss and describe each of the following.
Saltwater Life Zone: Discuss and describe each of the following. • Coastlines • Estuaries • Intertidal zones • Mangroves • Coastline wetlands • Barrier Islands (reefs)
Oceans:Know and describe each of the following zones. See Miller P 148, 151 -152
Coral Reefs: Understand and describe the role of coral reefs.
Freshwater Life Zones: Understand and describe the role of freshwater habitats. • Lakes & Streams
Fig. 7-21 p. 158 Oligotrophic Lakes: Describe and discuss the role of Oligotrophic lakes.
Fig. 7-21 p. 158 Eutrophic Lakes: Describe abd discuss these types of lakes.
Discuss the following: Epilimnion Hypolimnion Thermocline Fall Turn Spring Turn Fig. 7-22 p. 159 Seasonal overturn in lakes: Discuss the importance of the fall and spring overturn.
Fig. 7-23 p. 160 What is a watershed? • Runoff • Floodplain
Describe and discuss three types of wetlands. Fig. 7-25, P. 162
Discuss and describe the Human Impact on aquatic habitats. • Focus on the following: • Loss of biodiversity • Coral reef bleaching • Urban pollution • Sedimentation • Natural purification of aquatic habitats • Recoverability of aquatic habitats