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Intent:
Intent:
Be able to define what an extremophile is and give some examples of the habitats they live in.
Meet the Spec - what AQA say you need to know
Meet the Spec - what AQA say you need to know
Setting the scene
Setting the scene
What are the most extreme locations you will find humans living in?
What do they need to be able to survive there?
Definition - Copy this into your books
Definition - Copy this into your books
An extremophile is an organism that thrives in extreme environments
Introduction
Introduction
Extreme Environments
Extreme Environments
Case studies
Case studies
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Make a note of the new words that you hear.
Challenge:
Challenge:
Use the internet to help you complete the table provided.
Find out what habitat the following extremophiles live in and how they are adapted to their environment.
Thermophile
Cryophile
Halophile
Acidophile
Metallotolerant
Radioresistant.
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