Exxon: Investigating Biodiversity
Grades 9 - 11 Biology
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In this lesson, students will investigate and evaluate the interdependence of living organisms and their environment by exploring the HIPPO biodiversity threats and their impact on a threatened or endangered species within the local ecosystem.
Approximate time needed: 3 Class Periods (50 minutes each)
Mississippi College and Career Readiness Standards for Mathematics:
MS CCRS: BIO. 5 – Students will investigate and evaluate the interdependence of living organisms and their environment.
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Handout_Threats to Biodiversity
HIPPO Research Handout