Read the Fine Print
This teaching activity addresses environmental stresses on corals. Students assess coral bleaching using water temperature data from the NOAA National Data Buoy Center. Students learn about the habitat of corals, the stresses on coral populations, and the impact of increased sea surface temperatures on coral reefs. In a discussion section, the connection between coral bleaching and global warming is drawn.
- Subject:
- Applied Science
- Biology
- Career and Technical Education
- Environmental Science
- Environmental Studies
- Life Science
- Physical Science
- Material Type:
- Activity/Lab
- Provider:
- CLEAN: Climate Literacy and Energy Awareness Network
- Provider Set:
- CLEAN: Climate Literacy and Energy Awareness Network
- Author:
- Bridge Project - NOAA Sea Grant and National Marine Educators Association
- Laura Rose
- Lisa Ayers Lawrence
- Date Added:
- 06/19/2012