What's a species?

Australian Curriculum Link:

Year 7 Science:

• There are differences within and between groups of organisms; classification helps organise this diversity (ACSSU111)
• Summarise data, from students’ own investigations and secondary sources, and use scientific understanding to identify relationships and draw conclusions (ACSIS130)

Year 8 Science:

• Summarise data, from students’ own investigations and secondary sources, and use scientific understanding to identify relationships and draw conclusions (ACSIS145)

Syllabus Outcomes: SC4-7WS, SC4-14LW. 

Time required: 60 mins+ (ideal for two lessons)

Level of teacher scaffolding: Assist students in applying the concept of ecosystems, species and biodiversity.

• Internet and library access and writing materials or tablets if available

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