Virtual Lab: Marine Biology - Exploring a Large-Scale Fish Mortality Event

Embark on an environmental detectives journey to unravel the puzzle of a substantial fish mortality event. Start by gaining an understanding of the diverse trophic levels within the ecosystem. Following that, engage in a fish necropsy and employ a spectrophotometer to assess water oxygen levels.

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Learning Objectives

At the end of this simulation, you will be able to:

Grasp the fundamental principles of collecting samples.
Conduct a fish necropsy and gain insights from this methodology.
Acquire knowledge about trophic levels, trophic pyramids, and the flow of energy within an ecosystem.
Differentiate between heterotrophic and autotrophic organisms.
Evaluate the dissolved oxygen concentration in your water sample employing a spectrophotometer.
Familiarize yourself with the concepts of a calibration curve, linear regression, and extrapolation.

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