Adam Lee Week 1 Reflection

Facts-

Mosses- are small, soft plants that are typically 1–10 cm (0.4-4 in) tall, though some species are much larger. They commonly grow close together in clumps or mats in damp or shady locations. They do not have flowers or seeds, and their simple leaves cover the thin wiry stems. At certain times mosses produce spore capsules which may appear as beak-like capsules borne aloft on thin stalks.

Moss Life Cycle

Fungus- Although often inconspicuous, fungi occur in every environment on Earth and play very important roles in most ecosystems. Along with bacteria, fungi are the major decomposers in most terrestrial (and some aquatic) ecosystems, and therefore play a critical role in biogeochemical cycles and in many food webs. As decomposers, they play an essential role in nutrient cycling, degrading organic matters to inorganic molecules, which can then re-enter anabolic metabolic pathways in plants or other organisms.

Ideas- I think we should grow fungus in different weather and environment to find out which environment helps the fungus to grow well. We can also try it on different fungus and mosses to find out the results of the different fungus.

Learning Issues- I want to find out more about Ecology. I also want to find out about which environment suits fungus and mosses best. I also want to find out if fungus and mosses can grow in captivity.

Action Plan- We will be growing mosses or fungus in different weather condition and environment to find out which environment and weather condition suits it best. We will also post the condition of it in a powerpoint presentation.