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Lesson 40 of 84 · Ecosystems
ExperimentSuccession: How Ecosystems Change
What You'll Learn
All living things share basic characteristics: they grow, reproduce, respond to their environment, and need energy to survive. Plants make their own food through photosynthesis, while animals must eat other organisms.
Key Words
- prey
- organism
- biome
Materials Needed
- cups
- water
- plastic wrap
- ruler
- magnifying glass
Safety First
- Wear safety goggles when mixing liquids.
- Wash hands after handling materials.
Steps
Step 1 — Read
Read and learn: All living things share basic characteristics: they grow, reproduce, respond to their environment, and need energy to survive. Plants make their own food through photosynthesis, while animals must eat other organisms.
Step 2 — Do
Compare your results with a partner.
Step 3 — Observe
Draw a picture of what you observe.
Step 4 — Record
Answer the questions based on your data.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 3What is a habitat?