ODS Curriculum - The Hike - Decomposition page finished. Transferred with minimal changes from previous animals curriculum site.
Highlights of some of our dead friends over the years.
Highlights of some of our dead friends over the years.
What evidence of decomposition can you find? What kind of animal is being decomposed? What animals are doing the decomposing?
How long has the animal been there? How can you tell? What parts of the animal are left? Which parts are missing, and where did they go?
Has the animal been moved since it died? How can you tell? Have any larger animals helped in the decomposition process?
What human-made objects can you see in the area? Why are they there?
Why is decomposition important? What would happen if there were no decomposers in the forest?
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How long has the animal been there? How can you tell? What parts of the animal are left? Which parts are missing, and where did they go?
Has the animal been moved since it died? How can you tell? Have any larger animals helped in the decomposition process?
What human-made objects can you see in the area? Why are they there?
Why is decomposition important? What would happen if there were no decomposers in the forest?
Read More...