AIM: SWBAT differentiate between alpha and beta diversity

Please Do Now: 1) name three ecosystem services

2) What are the two most important abiotic factors is determining the biodiversity of an area?

Agenda

• Do Now• Alpha vs. Beta• Finish Video / worksheet• Microscope practical

Alpha, Beta, and Gamma Diversity

• The biodiversity of a landscape (gamma) is determined by both the average diversity of habitats (alpha) and the difference in the habitats within a landscape (beta)

Alpha vs. Beta

Focusing the scope

• Slide goes on the stage under the lens

• Focus with the low power objective first (big knob), then the fine focus (small knob)