EVERYDAY SCIENCE

SCIENCE

ECOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is a square called that we use to sample populations?
A
grid
B
quadrat
C
cube
D
tricep
E
quarter
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A quadrat is a frame, traditionally square, used in ecology, geography and biology to isolate a standard unit of area for study of the distribution of an item over a large area.

Detailed explanation-2: -Quadrats are square frames of wire usually 0.25 m 2. They may contain further wires to mark off smaller areas inside, such as 5 cm × 5 cm or 10 cm × 10 cm squares. These are placed on the ground to look at the plants or slow-moving animals within them.

Detailed explanation-3: -A quadrat is typically a square frame constructed of plastic or pvc pipe, metal rod, or wood that is placed directly on top of the vegetation. Quadrats are also commonly called “plots.” Quadrats do not have to be square but their area must be known. Other quadrat shapes commonly include circles and rectangles.

Detailed explanation-4: -A vacant lot. Tent stakes (4) Popsicle sticks (40) Large spool of twine and scissors. Masking tape or blue tape. Meter stick. Measuring tape. Clipboard, paper, and pencil for data collection.

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