Lesson Plan: B2.5.04

Hamble Lesson Observation Plan
Learning About
Required Practical - Sampling Techniques
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    A range of experimental methods using transects and quadrats are used by ecologists to determine the distribution and abundance of species in an ecosystem. Required Practical 9 - Sampling Techniques (AT skills 1,3,4,6,8) When would a transect line be used?

    Required practical - sampling. Random sampling - random placing of quadrats to calculate average population of a species in a field. Transect - lay measuring tape and place quadrat regularly to investigate growth of a species across a habitat.
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