They are used investigate changes in populations from one area to another.
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Explain the process of succession in a wetland?
The stems and roots of plants trap sediment which gradually builds up and forms soil. The water gets shallower around the plants which are more suited for dry-land species and they replace the marshland plants. After, only dry-land species survive.
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Explain the process of succession in hay infusions?
Water is mixed with pieces of hay. Bacteria causes the infusion to decay and a population of bacteria develops. Other unicellular organisms appear which develop from spores on the fresh hay and feed on bacteria.
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How does pH affect the hay infusion?
As the hay infusion ages, its pH changes. Different organisms appear as the pH changes. This shows succession in populations of unicellular organisms.
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What are examples of where to use transects?
Down a rocky seashore, along sand dunes or marshland.
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Explain the process of using transects?
A measuring tape, or a cord marked at regular intervals, is laid out across the area. Organisms are sampled by placing a quadrat at regular intervals along the line.
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Card 2
Front
Explain the process of succession in a wetland?
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The stems and roots of plants trap sediment which gradually builds up and forms soil. The water gets shallower around the plants which are more suited for dry-land species and they replace the marshland plants. After, only dry-land species survive.
Card 3
Front
Explain the process of succession in hay infusions?
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