Science Teacher Lady
By Lenise Moodie
Science Teacher LadyApr 26, 2020
History of Classification
Quick! Let's learn about the history of taxonomy and the different levels of organization. Anybody notice the beat at 6 minutes and 11 seconds? What are your questions? Send them to me here! I can answer them AND feature you on the next episode!
Key terms: Domain, Eukarya, Archaebacteria, Eubacteria, Taxonomy, Classification.
We even talk about Aristotle and Carolus Linnaeus!
Tardigrades!
This week, we get to talk about Space Bears! Mike Shaw, the space bear hunter, comes on the show to tell us all about these creatures. Check it out! You can also visit his website and get a free copy of his book "How To Find Tardigrades."
Get excited!
Characteristics of Life, Part 2
This episode is a 7 minute review about the remaining four characteristics of living things: respiration, excretion, nutrition, and organization of cells.
Characteristics of Life, Part 1
This episode is a 7 minute review about four of the eight characteristics of living things: movement, reproduction, stimuli, and growth. It's also our first introduction to Mrs. Greno!
Human Impact on Ecosystems
A seven minute review on the 5 major impacts of humans on environments!
Key factors mentioned: Pollution, Deforestation, Global Warming, Invasive species, and Overpopulation.
Food Webs
A seven minute overview on food webs, talking about producers, primary and secondary consumers, energy transfer, and an energy pyramid.