Decomposers

This video segment from Interactive NOVA: "Earth" describes the role of decomposers in the living world. We've all been victimized by decomposers: Lettuce rots; bread becomes moldy. Bacteria and fungi often consume our food before we have a chance to. However, if we stop to consider the important work that decomposers do, we may be a little less disgruntled by their presence.

Resource ID#: 5276 Type: Video/Audio/Animation

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Direct Link: http://pbslearningmedia.org/resource/tdc02.sci.life.oate.decompose/decomposers/

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Subject(s): Science

Grade Level(s): 2, 4, 7

Intended Audience: Educators , Students

Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, Speakers/Headphones, Adobe Flash Player

Instructional Time: 15 Minute(s)

Keywords: energy, flow of energy, decomposers, living systems, conservation of energy, environment, soil, energy transfer

Instructional Component Type(s): Video/Audio/Animation

Resource Collection: iCPALMS

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