How Seeds Travel

What You'll Learn

Succession is the gradual change of an ecosystem over time. Primary succession begins on bare rock, while secondary succession occurs after a disturbance like a fire.

Key Words

decomposer
food chain
producer

Materials Needed

zip-lock bags
labels
seeds
soil
cups
water

Safety First

Do not look directly at the sun or bright lights.
Clean up spills immediately to prevent slipping.
Use materials only as directed in the experiment.

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Read the introduction and identify the main idea of this lesson.

Step 2 — Do

Set up a composting experiment: place food scraps in one sealed bag and leaves in another. Observe decomposition over two weeks and record changes.

Step 3 — Observe

Note any unexpected results and think about why they happened.

Step 4 — Record

Share your findings with the class or a partner and discuss what you learned.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What is the function of chloroplasts in plant cells?