Mr. Darling's Class

SNC 1D0 – May 18, 2012

May 182012

3 Questions for today – Print a copy of the questions out for your notes, and leave a copy of your answers as a comment on this post.

1. In 3 or 4 sentances, describe observational and theoretical evidence relating to the origin and evolution of the universe (for example, evidence supporting the big bang theory)

2. In 3 or 4 sentances, describe observational and theoretical evidence relating to the formation of the solar system (for example, evidence that supports that the solar system was formed from a contracting, spinning disc of dust and gas)

3. In 3 or 4 sentances, Describe the sun’s composition and energy source, and explain how its energy warms earth and supports life on the planet (for example, with reference to the types of radiation the sun emits and the interaction of the sun’s energy with Earth’s atmosphere)

SNC 1P0 – May 14, 2012

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May 132012

Today, you are to read pages 142-143 of your textbook.

Look at this Google search for the term Bioaccumulation.

Bioaccumulation is the concentration of a substance, such as a pesticide, in the body of an organism.

Bioamplification is the increase in concentration of a substance, such as a pesticide, as it moves higher up the food chain or food web.

Your task today is to create a poster, using microsoft Word or Publisher, which illustrates the terms Bioaccumulation and Bioamplification. Use the google image search to get ideas but you have to create your own illustration. Print out your completed work and submit to the teacher.

SNC 1D0 – May 14, 2012

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May 132012

We are approaching the end of our Ecology Unit.

Today, you are to read pages 146 and 147 of your text, “Waste Management or Mismanagement”. Read The Issue, Goals, Gather Information and Identify Solutions.

Your task for today is to list 3 main steps you plan to take in order to reduce the amount of garbage you produce in the short term (next 3 months) and in the long term (next 5 years). List these steps as a comment on this post.

Be sure to be reflective and descriptive as to how these steps will reduce the waste you create.

Groups that have not yet presented are to be prepared to present tomorrow (Tuesday).

SNC 1P0 – May 10, 2012

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May 102012

Grassy Narrows and Mercury Contamination

We have watched the two videos available on Grassy Narrows and Mercury contamination -

“The Water’s no good”

“Community in Crisis”

You have watched these two archival videos, now, as a comment on this post, please answer the following questions:

1) What is the current status of the Grassy Narrow reserves’ legal action?

2) What is minnimata disease?

3) How can this be avoided in other places?

When you have completed this, you are to access the Guide to eating ontario sport fish

What are the consumption guidelines for Wabigoon lake and Eagle Lake?

Try to find another local lake you know of, and comment on the consumption guidelines in it.

SNC 1P0 – Monday, May 7

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May 072012

Today, in addition to completing your invasive species chart, you are to explore the topic of Pollution in Canada.

Using the internet as your primary resource, answer the following questions as a comment on this post:

1) What is the difference between a point source and a non-point source pollutant?

2) What are the major sources and types of pollution on Canada?

3) What has been done to deter individuals from Polluting in Canada?

Research these three questions, and enter your answers as a comment on this post.

SNC 1P0 – May 4, 2012

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May 042012

Today, we have been introduced to the concept of Invasive Species in Ecosystems.

Invasive Species : A non-native species that has a negative impact on the natural environment.

You are to visit the following website : Invasive Species in Ontario

Complete the following table Name of Species

Once you have visited the website, complete the following table with information regarding 3 invasive species in Ontario. Try to pick 2 animal and 1 plant species.