What are the major similarities and differences between East and West Coast estuaries, in terms of local ecology, habitat and geology? Objective The student will be able to organize details about two estuaries on opposite coasts in a way that highlights how the Chesapeake Bay and Puget Sound are similar and how they are different. Given prompts, students will research, collect and organize details in a chart type format. Background Teachers should be familiar with ecological processes in aquatic systems such as nutrient cycles. Preparation 1. Internet access and devices per student or group su Duration: 60 Minutes.