Important objectives this week:
- Learn about segmented worms
- Understand the importance of earthworms to the ecosystem, and medical uses of leeches
- Be able to identify structures in both living and dissected earthworms
Monday
Discuss earthworms. Look at body structures, functions, and differences between the segmented worms and worms discussed last week. Also discuss leeches and their benefits/morphology.
Tuesday
Earthworm dissection part 1. Begin handout.
Wednesday
Earthworm dissection part 2. Handout due today by the end of the period.
Thursday
Live earthworm lab.
Friday
Living planarian lab today. Prepare for awesome regeneration!!