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T E A C H E R N O T E S

BIOME IN A BAG - SC.5.E.7.5

PROBLEM STATEMENT:
How does the land cover in varying environments affect the growth
of rice grass?

HYPOTHESIS: (predictions will vary)

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
In order for grass seeds to germinate the soil conditions must be at the
appropriate temperature, have enough moisture, and be loosened up. The soil
must be kept as moist as possible. Too little moisture causes the seed to dry
out. Too much moisture and the seed will rot. It is important for the conditions
to be just right.

VARIABLES:
Control Group Potting soil
Independent Variable Gravel and sand

Dependent Variable The growth of grass seeds
Constant (Controlled) The same….
Variables Amount of soil, amount of grass seeds, and
water, etc…

DATA COLLECTION/OBSERVATIONS: (data collection will vary)

GRAPHS: (answers will be based on the data collected)

RESULTS: (answers will vary)

CONCLUSION: (answers will vary)

APPLICATION: (answers will vary)

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