Water Vs. Land – A Visual Representation
Water and land ecosystems seem to be separate and distinct, yet they depend
on each other. In this assignment you will be creating a visual representation
showing the connections within and between water and land ecosystems.
Checklist for Completion:
o A colourful and neat diagram showing how water and land ecosystems
demonstrate both interspecific and intraspecific competition. The
finished product will be posted in the classroom, so bring out your inner
artist!
o A set of venn diagrams showing how water and land ecosystems interact.
One for competition, and the other for biodiversity.
*Remember that humans are animals too 
Venn Diagram A: Biodiversity
Venn Diagram B: Intraspecific and Interspecific Competition:
Evaluation:
Ecosystem Drawing 
/ 15 Communication
The diagram needs to meet the following criteria:
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Biodiversity of both land and water ecosystems is clearly demonstrated (5)
Living organisms are clearly labeled (2)
Connections between living organisms are shown within each of the land
and water ecosystems, and between the two (5)
Diagram is colourful, impactful and concise (3)
Venn Diagrams 
/ 20 Application
The Venn Diagrams need to meet the following criteria:
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Biodiversity of both land and water ecosystems are clearly demonstrated
(5)
Specific names of organisms are included, wording is clear and concise (5)
Several examples of both intraspecific and interspecific competition were
included (5)
Diagrams demonstrate an ability to make clear connections about the
interconnectedness of land and water ecosystems (5)