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Internet Biolab
Researching trees on the Internet
Imagine that you are employed by a city in its department of Urban Planning. You have just been handed an assignment by the city manager. The assignment? Research the type of tree that would be most suitable for planting along the streets of your community.
Preparation
Problem
Use the Internet to find different trees that would be suitable for planting in you community.

Objectives
In this BioLab, you will:

  • Research the characteristics of five different trees.
  • Use the Internet to collect and compare data from other students.
  • Conclude which trees would be most suitable for planting in your community.
Materials
Internet access

Skill Handbook
Use the Skill Handbook if you need additional help with this lab.

Data Sources
Procedure
1. Print a copy of the data table.

2. Pick five trees that you wish to research. Note: Your teacher may provide you with suggestions if necessary.

3. Go to Data Sources under Preparation to find links that will provide you with

information for this BioLab. Note: You are not limited to the tree suggestions provided. If a different tree appeals to you, research it instead.

4. Record the information in your data table.

Post Your Data
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Tree Name
(common name)

Scientific
name

Kingdom

Division

Soil/Water
Preference

Temp.
Tolerance

Height at
Maturity

Speed of
Growth

General
Shape

Disease
Resistance/
Problems

Special
Care

Leaf
Shape

Shade
Provider

Additional
Info.

*City

*State

*School

*Required
field
Analyze and Conclude
1. Defining Operationally
Explain the difference between trees classified as either Coniferophyta or Anthophyta.

2. Analyzing
Was the information provided on the Internet helpful in completing your data table?

3. Thinking Critically
What do you consider to be the most important characteristic when deciding on the most suitable tree for your community? Explain the answer.

 

4. Using the Internet
Using the information you gathered from the Internet, which tree species would most likely be the:
a. most suitable for your community? Explain your answer.
b. least suitable for your community? Explain your answer.

5. Applying
Explain why tree selections would differ if your community were located in:
a. Tucson, Arizona
b. Los Angeles, California
c. Fairbanks, Alaska

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