Tag: bacteria

Living with microbes

Nandini Dholepat
The Backyard Discovery group learns about the many roles of bacteria and how they shape our world: there are some that heal, others that harm, and quite a few that even help plants grow.

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Looking into a microscopic world

Nandini Dholepat
The Backyard Discovery group delves into the microscopic world of algae, fungi, and protozoa to learn how even the tiniest organisms play a vital role in keeping whole ecosystems alive.

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Discoveries from the natural world

Nandini Dholepat
From the fascinating curling of fronds to the culinary uses of certain ferns, the Backyard Discovery group explores the connections between plants and their environment, while learning through observation and inquiry.

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