Today I saw an Interesting animal in an aquarium in the Nuclear Power Museum. It looked like a shrimp, except it had glowing feelers that glowed a bright blue. I believe that this is caused by a reflective layer on the antennae of the shrimp, and it reflects the light from the aquarium lights. I believe they have developed this genetic trait to ward off predators or attract prey to them. Another theory is that their antennae are bioluminescent, and creates a glow to attract prey or ward off predators. However, I do not believe that this is the case as shrimps are not deep water creatures, which most fish with bioluminescent properties live. Hence, I feel that this theory is not feasible. In the future, I can research more about bioluminescent creatures as I feel that they are very interesting. This knowledge would aid me in any future research projects about marine life.
Day 2
My picture is that of a rock suspended in the air, held by the two cliffs beside it. At first, it looked very dangerous and would fall anytime, but the rock was there for many years now and it still has not fallen. I am interested and would like to learn more about how the normal forces holding the rock up can be distributed horizontally and not like the usual vertical normal forces.
Day 3
The image I have chosen for today is one where SST students are working together on the science experiment. I chose this picture as I thought it was a nice sight watching SST students work together towards a common goal. I think these activities are great ways to bond with people whom you do not know, as it enforces teamwork and cultivates relationships between people. It also allows us to learn new skillsets. We should always learn with a positive mentality and make as many friends as we can.
Day 4
My photo is that of the artificial coral reef ecosystem that the research centre created to view the corals. I find this very interesting as I believe that it is very amazing when people can create artificial environments, especially self-sustaining ones. The fishes in the tank feed on the algae on the corals for food, and the corals feed on the algae growing on them. I believe seeing this harmonious relationship and the roles each play can help me understand how an ecosystem works better by simplifying it, and it allowed me to have a deeper understanding of artificial self-sustaining environments.
Day 5
The image I selected for today is that of a large grouper in the large tank in the aquarium. I found this very interesting as even though groupers are so slow and large, they still can survive well in the wild. I did not know what trait they possess that allows them to be able to survive despite the circumstances, hence, I researched about this. After a short research session, I realised that the grouper is a fearsome and large predator, capable of swallowing a small shark whole. Hence, this is the reason other animals dare not attack it.
Day 6
Today’s image is that of a nautilus shell. Nautiluses have been around for many centuries, very and they are very interesting creatures that I believe are versatile and well rounded. I believe the “submarine mechanism” in their bodies are very interesting and would like to research more on the water-to-air process that takes place within its body. This knowledge may help in future competitions such as URO.
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