English National Curriculum - Science
Mission Objectives
Describe the steps involved in using transects for systematic sampling
Describe the difference between random and non random sampling
Analyse the data collected from a transect to identify patterns in the distribution and abundance of organisms across a habitat
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Words and meanings to learn
transect
a straight line or path along which observations, measurements or sampling are made to study the distribution of organisms
abundance
the quantity or amount of something present in a particular area, volume or sample
estimate
to roughly calculate or judge the value, number, quantity or extent of something
analysis
studying information or data to understand what it means and find patterns or answers
systematic sampling
along the transect line, observations or measurements are taken at regular intervals or at predetermined points to ensure a representative sampling of the area
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