Some of these logs were purposely cut to provide nutrients and resources to the forest. It is amazing how many things grow and live in and on fallen, rotting logs. In this activity, students will gain an understanding of how decomposition works. They will also be encourage to gain a better understanding of communities and microhabitats through the learning of some of the organisms that live on these logs. The interaction of living and nonliving environmental essentials results in biological diversity.
Forests contain numerous habitats that support diverse life forms.
Living organisms are interdependent with nonliving elements on Earth. 3. describe the decomposition process. Preparation - 15 to 30 minutes. Have multiples of the underlined words, and enough cards for each student to have one. ASPI has a few guides that the students can use while they are visiting the Nature Center.