Water Cycle and Coral Bleaching

What is the main topic of the lesson on 02.24.25?

• Water Cycle

• Photosynthesis

• Coral Reefs

• Rock Cycle

SWBAT explain the cause of ________.

• Coral Bleaching

• Global Warming

• Deforestation

• Ocean Currents

What is the first item on the agenda?

• Surface Water Notes

• Go over WAG

• Check for understanding

• Review Homework

Fill in the blank: The second item on the agenda is ______.

• Go over WAG

• Surface Water Notes

• Check for understanding

• Review Homework

What is the main cause of coral reefs losing their colors?

• Pollution

• Coral Bleaching

• Overfishing

• Climate Change

30-40 percent of the oxygen you breathe comes from ______.

• Trees

• Oceans

• Mountains

• Deserts

What is a mutualistic relationship?

• A) A relationship where both parties benefit

• B) A relationship where one party benefits and the other is harmed

• C) A relationship where neither party benefits

• D) A relationship where both parties are harmed.

Coral bleaching occurs when ocean waters are too ______.

• cold

• warm

• salty

• clear

What is the highest score you can achieve according to the rubric if you provide a clear response with multiple evidence?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Why is coral bleaching taking place? Choose the correct reason:

• Increase in ocean temperature

• Decrease in ocean salinity

• Increase in ocean acidity

• Decrease in sunlight exposure.