CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Chemosynthesis
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] An introduction to chemosynthesis.
US Environmental Protection Agency
Epa: List of Drinking Water Contaminants
Table outlines the EPA's standards for safe drinking water, defining levels of contaminants and listing possible sources of these contaminants.
Other
Worm Woman's Web Site
Basic introduction to former biology teacher Mary Appelhof's books on vermicomposting at home/school/small businesses. Moderate autobiographical information on Applehof and her goals and purpose for vermicomposting. Brief description of...
Biology 4 kids
Biology4 Kids: Microorganisms
Biology site provides insight into what microorganisms are and what they are composed up of.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Microorganisms
[Free Registration/Login Required] In this unit children learn that there are many very small organisms called microorganisms which feed, grow and reproduce and which may be harmful or beneficial.
BBC
Bbc Schools: Livings Things: Microorganism Quiz
Take this quiz to assess your knowledge of microorganisms. Use the links to enlarge the quiz to full screen, take the quiz in a different format, read about microorganisms prior to taking the quiz, and try the fun, interactive learning...
Science Struck
Science Struck: The Numerous Uses and Methods of Using a Petri Dish
Learn about the important role the petri dish plays in enabling the study of microorganisms, some of its uses, and how petri dishes are used.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Characteristics of Monera
Describes the characteristics of the unicellular prokaryotes in the kingdom Monera and the different phyla within this kingdom. Includes a list of examples.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Paramecium Facts
Describes the characteristics of Paramecia, their locomotion, and method of reproduction.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Vorticella Facts
Find lots of information about vorticella, a protozoan, here. Discusses anatomy and physical characteristics, size, habitat, and method of reproduction.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Biogenesis Theory
The biogenesis theory is explained and how it differs from the theory of spontaneous generation. The work of early scientists to prove or disprove these theories is described, including discoveries in microbiology. Louis Pasteur is...
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Diatoms Facts
Provides information about diatoms, including their physical characteristics, where they can be found, their classification, how they reproduce, how they form diatomaceous earth when they become fossilized, and their importance to...
Science4Fun
Science4 Fun: Bacteria
What are bacteria? Learn about the parts of a bacteria cell, bacteria and human health, and other fun facts.
Songs for Teaching
Decomposers
Musically Aligned sings a short song on decomposers. They touch on what organisms are included in that group and their roll in the circle of life.
Science4Fun
Science4 Fun: Fungi
What are fungi? Find out about the types and characteristics of fungi, the difference between fungi and plants, and the importance of fungi.