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Brave New Biosphere: Story of a Squid
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This Why Files informative page is part of a series that features the narrative of Bob, the bobtail squid. Bob describes the symbiotic relationship formed between his ancestors and the bioluminescent bacteria that offer him protection from predators. The next page in this series describes the relationship from the enslaved bacteria's perspective and features scientist Margaret McFall-Ngai. Links are provided to glossary terms and a bibliography.

Subject:
Biology
Life Science
Physical Science
Space Science
Material Type:
Reading
Provider:
University of Wisconsin
Provider Set:
The Why Files
Date Added:
10/28/2006
Mosquito Bytes
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As disease-infected mosquitoes expand their range, these bugs rise higher on the "menace to human health" list. What makes mosquitoes so perfect for disease transfer? Is global warming a factor? How is modern technology being harnessed to combat skeeters? National standards included for grades 5-12. Teacher resource page at http://whyfiles.org/teachers/016skeeter/.

Subject:
Applied Science
Computer Science
Material Type:
Assessment
Lesson Plan
Teaching/Learning Strategy
Provider:
University of Wisconsin
Provider Set:
The Why Files
Author:
David Tenenbaum
Date Added:
08/22/2002