Pre-Visit Activity Instructions:
Using the data collected from the first visit and the
worksheets provided below, calculate the Biotic Index
for the Stream and Pond Data.
In addition, make predictions regarding what you expect
to see at the field sites due to the differences in
times of year. What environmental factors play a role
in the differences you expect? How will these factors
influence the sites?
Stream Data from 1st Visit
Pond Data from 1st Visit
Biotic Index Worksheets
Evaluation
of Water Quality from Biotic Index
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