How to Build a Closed Terrarium

This video tutorial guides viewers on creating a closed terrarium, a self-sustaining ecosystem. It covers the necessary materials, step-by-step instructions for building the base, planting, and arranging plants. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of maintaining the terrarium's water cycle and offers tips for aesthetic arrangement. The video concludes with a call to observe changes over time and encourages viewers to subscribe for more content.

What is the primary function of a closed terrarium?

• To serve as a decorative piece without any plants

• To grow large outdoor plants

• To create a self-sustaining ecosystem

• To provide a habitat for aquatic animals

Which material is used to help with filtration in a terrarium?

• Sand

• Clay pebbles

• Plastic mesh

• Activated carbon or charcoal

Why is it important to have a gravel layer in a terrarium?

• To provide nutrients to the plants

• To enhance the aesthetic appeal

• To prevent insects from entering

• To separate standing water from the soil

What should be considered when arranging plants in a terrarium?

• The time of day for planting

• The type of water used

• The size and placement of plants

• The color of the container

What role do worms and wood lice play in a terrarium?

• They provide oxygen to the plants

• They decompose dead matter and add nutrients

• They act as predators to control pests

• They help in pollination