Mark-Release-Recapture Method Concepts

Mark-Release-Recapture Method Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

7th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Medium

Created by

Amelia Wright

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This video tutorial by David from DBiology Classroom explains the Mark-Release-Recapture method, a technique used to estimate the population size of mobile organisms. It covers the methodology, assumptions, and steps involved in the process, and demonstrates how to use the Peterson or Lincoln Index for population size calculation. The video emphasizes the importance of meeting certain assumptions for accuracy and provides a practical example with snails. It concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the content.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of the Mark-Release-Recapture method?

To track migration patterns

To estimate the size of a population

To identify new species

To study animal behavior

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of organisms is the Mark-Release-Recapture method NOT suitable for?

Aquatic animals

Nocturnal animals

Mobile organisms like insects

Highly territorial animals

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which assumption is NOT necessary for the Mark-Release-Recapture method?

The population is closed during the study

Marked individuals are more visible to predators

Marking does not affect survival

All members mix randomly after marking

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important for the time gap between captures to be carefully considered?

To track weather patterns

To observe behavioral changes

To allow for seasonal changes

To ensure marked individuals mix with the population

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in the Mark-Release-Recapture method?

Identifying a suitable capture method

Releasing the organisms

Marking the captured organisms

Calculating the population size

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which marking method is suitable for birds?

Tagging with metal clips

Water-resistant paint

Leg bending

Tattooing

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of using the Peterson or Lincoln Index?

To study animal behavior

To identify new species

To calculate the population size

To track individual animal movements

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