Using quadrats and transects

Question 1

How do you use a quadrat?

Answer 1

1. Place a 1m^2 quadrat on the ground at a random point
2. Count all the organisms within the quadrat
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 as much as possible
4. work out the mean number of organisms per quadrat
5. Then repeat steps 1-4 and compare the two means

Question 2

How do u measure mean

Answer 2

Mean= total number of organisms/number of quadrats

Question 3

How do you work out the population size?

Answer 3

Mean number of organisms per m^2 x the total area

Question 4

How do you use Transects to study the distribution of organisms along a line?

Answer 4

1. Mark out a line in the area you want to study using a tape measure
2. Collect data along the line