Reid- Coral Reef Populations

Coral Reef Ecosystem

How Can Scientists Help?

Do you think the picture of the coral reef looks healthy? Why or why not? What types of data would scientists collect to determine the "health" of an ecosystem?

Health of an Ecosystem

Healthy or Not Healthy?

Go into breakout rooms. Use the video we just watched along with this VR version of a similar event to answer the following questions: What do you think happened? As a scientist, what observations are you making?

As we watch the following video, think about some notices and wonders. Jot them down in your workbook or on some scrap paper around you.

Coral Reef Ecosystems

Healthy or Not Healthy?

We saw the example of coral bleaching today... How do abiotic factors impact population growth?

Abiotic Factors

Healthy or Not Healthy?

What is an endangered species in a coral reef ecosystem? How can humans help endangered species?

Endangered Species