Darwin's Dilemma Lab Report

The last lab we had was when we watched the movie Darwin's Dilemma. This movie was about studying the animal fossil records and how complex they are. This was also known as the Cambrian Explosion because he was able to find genetics of different species and how they were able to survive the places they lived. Also how unique this new species the Cambrian was in the environment. From its shell and skeleton were so complex and thought that evolution had caused this specie to evolve in the world.

Hitchiti Forest Lab Report

This past week we went to the Hitchiti Experimental Forest located near Jarrell Plantation. We had a long hike ahead of us, but it was a lot of fun! During the hike we identified trees, plants, and even rocks. The most interesting leaves we found we of the Sassafrass tree. These leaves were shaped of a glove, a hand, and a regular looking leaf. Another interesting plant we discovered was Wild Ginger. This plant was interesting because  of the wild ginger smell whenever you cut the leaf open. We also saw some different kinds of moss growing big limestone rocks near the river. Some of these mosses were sponge-like and a light green color. We also enjoyed walking on the rocks through the creek and by the Ocmulgee River!

Jackson Springs Lab Report

Our adventure through Jackson Springs park was a good historical and scientific lesson. At first we went to this city creek that ran through the whole park where we found many rocks. The samples of rocks taken were: granite, feldspar, mica, and quartz. The geological findings were really exciting! From there we discussed about the history of the neighborhood named Baconsfield, and how it has changed throughout the years. Fort HIll used to be back in 50's where the middle class people would live. However, now that has changed by middle class people moved to the neighborhood near Jackson Springs and the lower class people are more dominate in the Fort HIll area. After this history lesson of that part of Macon, we then ventured on to the Ocmulgee River which was a good time as well.

Ocmulgee Indian Mounds Lab Report

The Ocmulgee Indian Mounds that we visited for our lab was a great experience. Even though I went on field trips to this site when I was younger, I was able to enjoy the time spent there. Our walks on the trail were awesome because we identified different trees and sedimentary as well. My favorite part of our lab was when we all went to the top of the bigger temple. These temples were burial grounds for those Native Americans that died there. They built these temples or mounds in order to keep those bodies that died to be sacred and secure from others.

Lake Jackson

The most interesting lake to me is Jackson lake. I have grown up going to this lake with my good friends doing many fun activities on the water. The fun activities we do are; water skiing, tubing, wake boarding, bridge jumping, and even fishing. The Ocmulgee River starts at this lake and goes through Macon. A good thing about this lake is it has clear water which is another reason why I like going there. The water sports are what most people from around Georgia go to this lake for. Also the fishing is great during spring through fall seasons as well. 

Blood Sugar Response

The more sugar one intakes during a certain period of time will effect how the human body will respond. For example if you drink a sprite or eat a candy bar it will take around fifteen  to twenty  minutes for your blood sugar to go sky high. This is caused by the amount of insulin produced in your body. The liver turns the sugar into fat and then the caffeine is absorbed causing your blood pressure to rise, and the liver pumps more sugar into your bloodstream. Your body does its best to burn the rest of the sugar in your system as well. It will take you about forty to forty-five minutes to come back down to your normal blood sugar rate. 

Lab Report #4

My Favorite type of soil is the Histosol. I find this soil the most interesting because it is made up of organic compounds. These compounds are made from decomposed animals and plants. This is also where organic carbon can be found as well. The longer and more accumulations of decomposed matter in this soil is when coal will begin to form. Most histosols are found in Canada, Scandanavia, New Guinea, and even the swamps of Florida.

The 12 types of soil are found at this website https://www.soils.org/about-soils/soil-types

Community Gardens are becoming a popular activity for people in urban areas. These gardens are tend to by people in the community, and they take part to help promote a food system. The community garden we went to is a non profit organization gardened by people from Mercer and other neighbors. This is a great way for people to come together and help the community. http://www.maconroots.org/