Thursday, October 21, 2010

Week 2 Observation

My MicroAquarium has been assembled for 9 days now.  I had a chance to observe my aquarium under a microscope to see what was going on.  I was very surprised to find how many organisms were alive and thriving.  I saw organisms of various size and shape.  I saw organisms swimming, eating, and hiding in the foliage.  Some examples of organisms I observed were Euchlanis (Rotifer), Philodina (Rotifer), and different Cyanobacteria.  It was interesting to see these organisms living together and moving around each other.  I did not notice any of the organisms competing or fighting for food, but maybe if there is a food shortage that might be a possibility.  I will check back on my MicroAquarium next week and see how the organisms are surviving and if any of them are actually growing.

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