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Understanding Biodiversity: The Role of Slime Molds and Conservation Efforts

This video explores the fascinating world of slime molds and their significance in the diversity of life on Earth. It examines various species traits, genetic diversity, and how organisms inherit characteristics from their parents. Additionally, discover the importance of different ecosystems, their varying climates, geography, and the crucial role they play in sustaining plant and animal life. We also highlight the importance of conservation efforts in protecting our planet’s biodiversity for human survival, featuring the essential work of conservationists dedicated to safeguarding our natural resources.

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Understanding Biodiversity: The Role of Slime Molds and Conservation Efforts

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  1. Chapter 4 Diversity of Life

  2. Slime Mold • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GScyw3ammmk

  3. Shrew

  4. Human Bugs

  5. Species Diversity • All the different species of life on Earth

  6. Traits • Characteristics organisms inherit from parents

  7. Gene • Chemical code for a trait • Thousand on DNA

  8. Genetic Diversity • The different genes found in one species • Makes individuals different • Helps species survive when climates / earth changes

  9. Ecosystem Diversity • The different ecosystems on Earth • Vary in • Climate • Geography • Plants • Animals

  10. Conservation • = Protect • Protect animals • Protect plants • Protect land Why? • To maintain biodiversity- human survival

  11. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9d16qkHpAXo

  12. Conservationist • Person • Job is to protect natural resources • Work for EPA, Universities, or organizations

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