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Blog Post 6
Collection: I took five replicates of each elevation band across the gradient to ensure thorough coverage of the study area. I created a standardized 10-meter square plot at each location. This…
Blog 2 : Sources of scientific information
The following analysis has been made with an observation and sample collection of fecal pellet abundance of herbivores in the 30 herbivores plots of nester one, Northern Manitoba. However, the…
Blog 1 : observations on fecal pellet abundance of the herbivores in Northern Manitoba
The observation has been based on different types of animals and the number of maximum herbivores available in the area. Different types of animals such as geese, hares, ptarmigan, and…
Post 6: Data Collection
Sample site: McArthur Island Park was the location for my field data collections, with my specific sampling site being the water around/beneath a popular walking bridge. My sample units were…
Post 9- Field Research Reflections
My field research was conducted in the backyard. It was interesting to design a field experiment and carry it out. Initially designing was challenging as I wanted to focus on…
Post 8- Tables and Graphs
To measure the effect of slope, sunlight, and water on the growth of grass, I have decided to measure the effect individually on 10 quadrats for each effect. I have…
Post 7- Theoretical Perspectives
Hypothesis- The distribution and growth of grass are influenced by slope, water, and sunlight. Theoretical basis of my research project Although this might vary based on the overall topography of…
Theorectical perspectives
I want to focus on the holdfasts of my algae. These are the root-like structures that allow algae to attach to surfaces such as rocks. I believe there must be…
Blog Post 1- Observations
Blog 1 (Observation) Date and Time of Visit- Dec 18, 2023, between 1 pm and 3 pm Place- Beach Estates Park, Nanaimo, BC Coordinates- 49°11’28.0″N 123°57’55.1″W Elevation- 68m (max) to…
Sampling Results- Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park
I reconfigured my sampling strategy for my sampling design to incorporate random sampling of the wetland. My data revealed a slightly different outcome from my previous sampling in that the…