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Transect 2 is a habitat with unique abiotic diversity for campus habitats. Within the transect there is a flowing creek, giving it a water source for both plants and animals. The rocks provide coverage for organisms looking to escape sunlight and to hide from potential predators. The rich soil with a consistent water source allows plant life to thrive in this transect. The abundance of plant life also allows this transect to provide a mix of different animal life, both predators and prey. On top of that, the water is also a home for a diverse group of organisms that are not visible to the naked eye. | Transect 2 is a habitat with unique abiotic diversity for campus habitats. Within the transect there is a flowing creek, giving it a water source for both plants and animals. The rocks provide coverage for organisms looking to escape sunlight and to hide from potential predators. The rich soil with a consistent water source allows plant life to thrive in this transect. The abundance of plant life also allows this transect to provide a mix of different animal life, both predators and prey. On top of that, the water is also a home for a diverse group of organisms that are not visible to the naked eye. | ||
'''January 13th, 2016''' | |||
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'''Hay Infusion Description:''' | |||
The Hay Infusion jar is comprised of plant matter, creek water, soil, and rocks. The jar head a strong odor of decomposing plants and mold. The water was tinted brown last week, but as of this week the sediment has settled and the water is more clear. The water itself appear to have a plastic like film on the surface. The plant matter settled towards the bottom of the jar and appeared to compress over the two week period. The water was still and mold appeared to be growing along the sides. |
Revision as of 12:34, 3 February 2016
January 13th, 2016
Aerial Diagram of Transect 2
Abiotic factors:
-Water
-Rocks
-Soil
-Irrigation System
-Bricks
Biotic Factors:
-Trees
-Ferns
-Squirrels
-Grass
-Worms
Transect Description:
This transect begins with grass, rocks, ferns, and trees. These lead into a flowing creek that holds hundreds of rocks, ranging in size from massive rocks to pebbles. Typically, the larger rocks are towards the outside the creek, partially submersed in the water. the pebbles line the inside of the creek between the large rocks. On the opposing side of the creek, there is more grass, ferns, trees, and some moss on top of rocks. In the creek are rocks and broken branches. The weather appears to be heavily impacting life in this transect. Many plants seem to be dying and fallen leaves cover the majority of the transect. While it seems quiet now, I predict that it will be lively in the spring.
Transect 2 is a habitat with unique abiotic diversity for campus habitats. Within the transect there is a flowing creek, giving it a water source for both plants and animals. The rocks provide coverage for organisms looking to escape sunlight and to hide from potential predators. The rich soil with a consistent water source allows plant life to thrive in this transect. The abundance of plant life also allows this transect to provide a mix of different animal life, both predators and prey. On top of that, the water is also a home for a diverse group of organisms that are not visible to the naked eye.
January 13th, 2016
Hay Infusion Description:
The Hay Infusion jar is comprised of plant matter, creek water, soil, and rocks. The jar head a strong odor of decomposing plants and mold. The water was tinted brown last week, but as of this week the sediment has settled and the water is more clear. The water itself appear to have a plastic like film on the surface. The plant matter settled towards the bottom of the jar and appeared to compress over the two week period. The water was still and mold appeared to be growing along the sides.