Measuring Populations: Investigating the Distribution of Daisies with Distance from Trees

The video tutorial presents an experiment conducted by Catherine to investigate how the distribution of daisies in a field varies with distance from a line of trees. The hypothesis is that the density of daisies decreases closer to the trees due to competition for resources. Catherine uses a quadrant and a belt transect method to collect data at regular intervals. The results show an initial increase in daisy density as distance from the trees increases, supporting the hypothesis up to a point. However, beyond 6 meters, the results do not support the hypothesis. The video concludes with a summary of findings and encourages viewers to engage with the accompanying assessments.

What hypothesis is Catherine investigating regarding the distribution of daisies?

What equipment does Catherine use to measure the density of daisies?

Describe the method Catherine uses to carry out her experiment.

What were the results of Catherine's experiment at 0 meters from the trees?

Explain the significance of the anomalous result at 2 meters in Catherine's findings.

How does the distance from the line of trees affect the number of daisies?

What conclusion can be drawn from the results of the experiment regarding the hypothesis?