Inquiry-based problem solving: Analysis of CO₂ Uptake by Spirulina sp. in Varying Water Temperatures

 

Kelsey Andersen, Cheyenne Brabham, Whitney Colosimo, Kassi Kloss, Cheyenne Staufenberger, & Sarah E. Ruffell

Advances in Biology Laboratory Education, 2020, Volume 41

https://doi.org/10.37590/able.v41.art20

Abstract

Microalgae are efficient consumers of carbon dioxide. However, due to excess carbon emissions in the atmosphere, microalgae can create harmful algal blooms (HABs) that cause health-related problems to organisms. The purpose of this experiment was to measure the efficiency of microalgae when consuming carbon dioxide in varying environments. This experiment was designed for undergraduate biology students with previous knowledge of introductory chemistry and biology. This activity was structured around experiential learning and inquiry based problem solving using climate change data.

Keywords:  Biochemistry, environment, microalgae, HABs, Spirulina sp.

University of Ottawa (2019)