The Secret Life of Plankton

This short video opens up the oceans' microscopic ecosystem, revealing its beauty and complexity. Footage from the Plankton Chronicles Project is used to create a video designed to ignite wonder and curiosity about this hidden world that underpins our own food chain.

Resource ID#: 117792 Type: Tutorial

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Subject(s): Science

Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Intended Audience: Students

Suggested Technology: Computers for Students, Internet Connection

Keywords: zooplankton, phytoplankton, carnivore, food chain, food web, plankton

Instructional Component Type(s): Tutorial, Video/Audio/Animation,

Resource Collection: Science - Biology - Grades 9-12 Existing Student Tutorials

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