CONNECT
The seabed is one of the most mysterious and unexplored places on Earth. It is very important and beautiful in various ways, including ecological, scientific, and aesthetic aspects.
Life on the seabed is diverse. It ranges from creatures that glow in the dark to magnificent and mysterious giants like colossal squids and whales; marine fauna is fascinating and diverse. Exploring and understanding the seabed is essential not only for scientific knowledge but also for preserving biodiversity and the natural resources it offers. Furthermore, the beauty and mystery of the seabed continue to inspire curiosity and admiration, highlighting the need for its conservation for future generations.
Watch the video “Life Below Water”:
CONTEMPLATE
• Have you ever dived to the seabed?
• What are some of the most fascinating species that live in the seabed?
• Did you know that the seabed is considered one of the most mysterious places on Earth?
ACTIVITY PROPOSAL
DOLPHIN
It is a sociable marine mammal that lives in groups and breathes through lungs, needing to rise to the surface to breathe through the blowhole, located on top of the head. Its body is long and tube-shaped, which helps it swim quickly and easily in the water, using vertical movements of its tail. In the sea, the dolphin performs agile maneuvers, such as jumps, turns and gentle curves.
BUILD
As a team, build a prototype of a Dolphin. Use the parts available in the structural robotics technology kit. Carefully follow each step of the assembly and testing. All members must actively participate in the process and contribute ideas and solutions.
CONTINUE
When you finish building the prototype, you and your classmates should share your experience by answering the following questions:
- Did the dolphin stay in the diving position?
- Which parts were used to assemble the dolphin’s fin?
- Did you find it difficult to fit the gray connector to the blue one?
Then, arrange the kit parts in the indicated location.