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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Speciation and Biodiversity

For Students 9th - 10th
As many species are going extinct due to healthy habitats being destroyed humans are depleting the world of its natural resources. Understand the repercussions of environmental destruction on species and biodiversity through this interview.
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Action Bioscience: The Threat to Biodiversity & What Can Be Done

For Students 9th - 10th
Invasive species such as zebra mussels are threatening the ecosystems they are overrunning. Meet some of the unwelcome intruders and find out what they're doing and how their actions can be curbed.
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Action Bioscience: Environmental Impacts of Marine Exotics

For Students 9th - 10th
Invasive species are disrupting many bodies of water in North America. Scientists share their reasons for concern in this brief article. Supporting and educator resources are provided.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Animals: Tracing Their Heritage

For Students 9th - 10th
At some point in our lives we all become inquisitive about our origin, our familial heritage. Plenty of folks around the world study their personal genealogy. What about animals? Scientists are constantly studying the origin of present...
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Evidence and the Cambrian Explosion

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover the scientific data that supports the significance of the Cambrian explosion.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Can Science Win Over Climate Change Skeptics?

For Students 9th - 10th
With many skeptical over the concept of climate change this article stresses that the best means to win them over is with scientific proof.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Evidence of Evolutionary Transitions

For Students 9th - 10th
Charles Darwin's theory that all living organisms are connected in some way has been confirmed through intense studies over centuries. Understand the similarities that bond all things living to the same family tree by checking out this...
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Action Bioscience: Accuracy of Fossils and Dating Methods

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover the accuracy of dating methods and fossils because of the scientific approach used.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Evolutionary Biologists Protect Madagascar's Wildlife

For Students 9th - 10th
Madagascar is a haven for biodiversity and therefore admired and heavily researched by scientists. Check out how researchers are working to protect the environment of this African island.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Pygmy Rabbits in Peril in the u.s.a.

For Students 9th - 10th
What is happening to the population of pygmy rabbits? This article identifies the research being done to understand what is causing the decline in rabbit populations around the world.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Ring Species: Unusual Demonstrations of Speciation

For Students 9th - 10th
Ring species are a part of the speciation process which helps to understand evolution. Discover what we have to learn from ring species in this article.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Science and Religion

For Students 9th - 10th
An article addressing those that believe religion and science cannot coexist stressing that they can definitely work together.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: The Dose Makes the Poison or Does It?

For Students 9th - 10th
In an interest to protect humans and the environment a question arises: how does one determine the toxicity level in various substances? Two sides of the argument are presented with support in this article. One side says all substances...
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Fossils and the Origin of Whales

For Students 9th - 10th
Through fossils scientists have been able to study the evolution of whales. Read this article to take a closer look at the details.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Birds: What Can They Tell Us About Our Planet

For Students 9th - 10th
Birds can offer hints to the health of the planet as they are found everywhere, migrate to many new environments, and play a role in our culture with their vibrant shades and sounds. Identify specific ways we can learn about our own...
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Urban Coyotes

For Students 9th - 10th
There are more frequent interactions between people and coyotes in more recent years than ever before. Understand the circumstances that have led to these meetings.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: What Do We Do With Too Many White Tailed Deer?

For Students 9th - 10th
The rise in deer population is putting the animals in the way of harm from increased car accidents, damage to agricultural businesses as well as wildlife plant species, and ticks that cause things like Lyme disease. Take a look at...
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: The Future of Marine Fish Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
An article and supporting resources address the potential of fish populations significantly decreasing with overfishing, careless fishing, and pollution from nautical vessels and runoffs.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: The Decline of North American Freshwater Fishes

For Students 9th - 10th
An article addressing the need of immediate action to repair damages of declining life in the ecosystems of North American inland bodies of water.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Light Pollution and Ecosystems

For Students 9th - 10th
This article and the resources it provides explains how artificial outdoor lighting wreaks havoc on wildlife.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: The Global Decline of Mollusks

For Students 9th - 10th
You can help! Species of mollusks are disappearing from our marine sources. While it might not be obvious to the casual beach-goer, these shelled creatures provide food and shelter, medical research, and help keep our waters clean.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Beetle Devastates Yellowstone White Bark Pine Forests

For Students 9th - 10th
This article highlights the infestation of mountain pine beetles in Yellowstone White Bark Pine Forests. Find out the cause and effect of such an outbreak and explore supporting resources.
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Climate Change Threatens Penguins

For Students 9th - 10th
More than half of the species of penguins are feeling the affects of global warming. Understand the impact of this climate change while reading this article and exploring the resources provided. Teacher resources available for students...
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American Institute of Biological Sciences

Action Bioscience: Polar Bears and Climate Change

For Students 9th - 10th
The polar bear population is at risk as a result of the changing climate. Read about the risks and check out a few supplemental resources provided by ActionBioscience.org.