Single-Celled Organisms Unit

Abstract:

This Project Oceanography lesson plan (PDF) explores the symbiotic relationships of single-celled organisms. In this activity, students will compare and contrast three types of symbiotic relationships, describe the relationship between zooxanthellae (a dinoflagellate) and coral, and explain the effects of nitrogen-fixing bacteria on their symbiotic partners. It begins with an introduction to symbiotic relationships, the dinoflagellate/coral system, and cyanobacteria, and then features an interactive activity called "Feeding Friends," in which students work in partners to act out symbiotic relationships.

Subject:

Science and Technology

Grade Level:

Secondary

Collection:

Microbial Life (MLER) (SERC)