BUHAYANG, RHENA IVY L.

MAEM 113 HUMAN ECOLOGY AND EDUCATION

March 18, 2022

ACTIVIY I – Give an original example in your own language an application of each law

of Ecology:

First Law of Ecology: Everything is related to everything else.

The plant life cycle:

1. Seed - Animals' offspring are similar to seeds. Photosynthesis provides food for

the seed of the plant, as well as an outer layer for protection. Moving water, wind,

animals, and humans are all responsible for dispersing the seeds across the

earth. They germinate and begin their life adventure when they fall on fertile soil

with all of the necessary elements, such as water and the proper temperature.

2. Germination and seedling – The seed grows when the soil conditions are just

right. It begins by bursting through the outer shell and forming its first roots and

leaves. A seedling is the first evidence of life that comes from the earth from a

seed. The roots and leaves begin their function as soon as they appear,

absorbing water and nutrients and producing food through photosynthesis.

3. Growing to Maturity - The seedling will continue to develop until it is full grown.

During its growth, the plant needs a variety of important nutrients. When plants

fully mature, they must have stronger roots as well as more branches and leaves.

They are now ready to produce flowers and new seeds.

4. Flowering, Pollinating, and Seeding - When plants fully mature, they start to

produce flowers. The male part of a flower is called to as a stem, and the female

part is called to as a pistil. Pollen is produced in the stems and must reach the

pistil in order for seeds to be produced. Pollen is carried to the pistils by insects

that land on flowers to feed on the delicious juices. When pollen reaches the

pistils, it fertilizes the cells within them, resulting in seed production. Many plants
 have male and female parts that are divided by a significant distance. Winds and

insects play an essential role in pollination in this case. Pollen is carried by the

wind and usually reaches female organs. Insects, on the other hand, move from

one plant to the next in search of sweet fluids. Pollen attaches to their bodies as

they enter a flower and is carried to female portions when they settle on that

section of the plant.

5. Seed Dispersion - After producing seeds, plants must find a method to spread

them to suitable locations where they can grow and begin their life cycle. Plants

are spread most of the time by nature, which uses wind, flowing water, and

animals to produce it. However, some plants have fibers around their seeds that

helps them flow in the air when they fall off the plant. They travel great distances

during their fall and begin their lives apart from their parent plants.

Second Law of Ecology: Everything must go somewhere.

For example, a log in an old-growth forest, is an important part of the ecosystem

and a source of food for many organisms. Moreover, animals release carbon dioxide

into the air and organic molecules into the soil, which helps in the growth of plant that

animals eat.

Third Law of Ecology: Nature knows best.

For example, Hedgehogs, have been seen to frequently fall from high trees in

their native habitat. Falling is a common part of a hedgehog's existence, whether they're

looking for food, escaping predators, or simply trying to get around.

Fourth Law of Ecology: There is no such thing as free lunch.

For example, A girl received a call informing her that she had won a lucky draw

and that she needed to come picks up her prize. She was duped at the location and

ended up paying a horrific amount to the company in exchange for a horrible vacation

package bargain.