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- 6th - 12th
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Students conduct internet research on acid rain, a serious environmental problem. They examine the pH levels of rainwater for their state, collect data from their community and investigate the causes and solutions for acid rain. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 6th
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Students participate in an experiment to create awareness of acid rain and how it is produced. They consider the chemical makeup of acid rain and identify ways in which they can change behaviors to lessen the production and impact of acid rain. Full Review »
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- 4th - 6th
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Students conduct a simple experiment to model and explore the harmful effects of acid rain (vinegar) on living (green leaf and eggshell) and non-living (paper clip) objects. They observe and describe some of the harmful effects of acid rain on living and non-living items, explain why engineers are concerned about acid rain and discuss how engineers are working to prevent pollution and acid rain. Full Review »
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- 7th - 12th
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Students study acid rain and complete several activities that show how it affects the environment. They role play members of the community involved in a major decision involving the protection of the environment. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students read and discuss the important environmental issues of acid rain and global climate change in relation to Illinois coal. According to the National Acid Precipitation Assessment Program, acid rain has had minimal effects on our environment. They then answer questions in reference to the information that they read. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students use real-time weather maps to determine the likelihood of acid rainfall in a region. Students apply their understanding of interaction between weather systems, land and air pollution, to address acid rain and the effects on human health. Full Review »
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- 3rd
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Students explore the concept of acid rain and its effects on ecosystems. They are placed in groups and using a graphic organizer they brainstorm their ideas about what would happen to the ecosystems living within these environments if they were polluted by acid rain. Full Review »
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- 4th - 6th
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Students observe the effects of acid rain on plants. They simulate an experiment using vinegar or lemon water. They observe the impact of acids on plants and recognize how acid rain can affect the environment. They examine their plants every day and write down what they look like-what color they are, if their leaves are dropping, whether they look healthy. Full Review »
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- 10th - 12th
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Students understand the dynamics of acid rain and its impact on the living and non-living environment. They hypothesize how acid rain affects water pH levels in two lake systems with differing watershed features. Full Review »
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- 1st - 12th
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Students discuss what causes acid rain and comprehend the harmful affects if has. They research what can be done to prevent acid rain and other forms of pollution. Students draw a scene depicting the causes and effects of acid rain and solutions to the problem. Full Review »
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