Bio:

The "Plants and Snails" Gizmo from ExploreLearning is an interactive simulation used to explore the relationship between plants and snails, focusing on how they affect each other's environments. In the simulation, students can observe how the presence of plants and snails impacts oxygen levels, pH levels, and overall ecosystem health. The Gizmo allows students to manipulate variables like the number of snails, the amount of plants, and the light intensity to see how these changes influence the system. Key findings typically include that snails consume oxygen and produce carbon dioxide, while plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, demonstrating a cyclical relationship. Students also learn how the balance of these organisms can impact the pH and overall health of the aquatic environment. While I can't provide a specific answer key, students should focus on understanding these dynamics and how the variables interact within the simulation.