Our experiment will study cellar spider web weight and production in relation to the temperature of their surrounding environment. This experiment can be used as a microcosm for Earth and may show the effects of climate change on cellar spiders. Globally, species are expected to shift locations in response to climate change. When the area the organisms are in becomes too hot or cold, they move towards the poles or equator accordingly to adjust for the change in temperature. If the area becomes too hot, they will generally move towards the poles in order to stay in an environment that suits their temperature needs. If the area becomes too hot, they will move to a cooler area, such as away from the equator or a higher elevation. Most of the Earth is expected to warm over the next several decades, but there are some areas that are expected to get colder. Physiological processes in the body are often influenced by temperature and the changing temperature can make survival much more challenging.
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