Year 10 Biology students have been conducting an investigation to examine how birth order impacts the growth rates of newly born chickens.Â
The investigation involves learning how to care for the chicks, all the way from egg incubation through to adolescence. This involves daily measurements of height and mass, visual recordings, photo and video cataloguing, data logging and more.
During the investigation, key scientific skills are developed such as critical thinking, statistical analysis and an understanding of, and appreciation for, animal ethics.
The girls formed some deep attachments and will be sad to see the chickens go home but have thoroughly enjoyed their time with the hatchlings.
Author: Santa Maria College
Santa Maria College is a vibrant girls school with a growing local presence and reputation. Our Mission is to educate young Mercy women who act with courage and compassion to enrich our world. Santa Maria College is located in Attadale in Western Australia, 16 km from the Perth CBD. We offer a Catholic education for girls in Years 5 – 12 and have 1300 students, including 152 boarders.
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