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J2-366: Scooping Bacterial Mat at Ula Nui

File Name	j2.366.02.scoop.2.mov
Data Type	video excerpt
Computer Program	iMovie 2008
File Size	5.03 MB - 1 file
Expert Level	Middle School (Grade 6-8)
Contributor	FeMO Database Team
Source	No source

Description
This video shows a scooping operation at Ula Nui to collect microbial mat and piece of rocks in it. With the robotic arm of the Jason a PVC pipe with the red valve in its open position is being scooped through the mat. After a successful scoop, the valve is closed and the scooper is stored on the Jason's cargo bay.