Tool Chapter 2 Practical 4 Virtual Ecosytem Terrarium Builder

🌿 Ecosystem Terrarium Builder

Chapter 2 Practical 4: Terrestrial Ecosystem Model

Virtual Terrarium Assembly

Click the buttons above to build your terrarium step by step. Start with the drainage layer!

Observation Data Logger

Week Number Select Week Week 1 (Setup) Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Select the week of observation

Date

Plant Health (1-10) 5 Rate plant health from 1 (poor) to 10 (excellent)

Water Condensation None Light (few drops) Moderate Heavy (streaming) Select the level of water condensation observed

Observations Enter detailed observations about plant growth, color changes, etc.

Week	Date	Health	Condensation	Notes
No observations recorded yet

Plant Health Over Time

Export Your Data

Download your observation log for your practical file submission.

Ecosystem Processes Simulation

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Energy Flow

Unidirectional flow from sun → producers → environment

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Water Cycle

Evaporation → Condensation → Precipitation

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Nutrient Cycling

Decomposers break down organic matter

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Viva Voce Preparation

Q1. What is the role of charcoal in this ecosystem model?

A. To provide nutrients to plants

B. To filter water and prevent bacterial growth

C. To attract insects for pollination

D. To increase soil acidity

Q2. Why is the terrarium placed in indirect sunlight?

A. Because plants don't need light

B. To prevent photosynthesis

C. Direct sun would overheat and kill the plants

D. To reduce water condensation

Q3. What does condensation on the glass represent?

A. Plant respiration only

B. The condensation stage of the water cycle

C. A leak in the container

D. Mold growth

Q4. Which are the biotic components in your model?

A. Soil and water

B. Pebbles and charcoal

C. Plants and decomposers (bacteria/fungi)

D. Glass container and lid

Practical Checklist

Container with lid prepared Drainage layer added Charcoal layer added Soil layer prepared Plants planted Water cycle initiated Observation log started Placed in indirect sunlight