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Losing An Island

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students examine carbon dioxide and determine the impact of greenhouse gases on the earths spheres.  In this pollution lesson students complete a lab activity to see the impact of gases on the environment, 
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Curated OER

Introduction to Paleontology Lab

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Students engage in a lab which introduces them to fossils and paleontology. They examine eleven numbered boxes containing fossils which are related to the questions on this lab then answer questions on a lab sheet imbedded in this plan.
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Curated OER

Coral Bleaching in the Caribbean

For Teachers 5th - 12th
Students use authentic satellite data on the NASA website to determine when the sea surface temperature meets the criteria to induce coral bleaching.
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Curated OER

Drifting Continents, Dynamic Results

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils plot earthquake and volcano data using a Compass Rose Plotting. They explain the relationship between plate movement and connection. They draw conclusions that earthquakes and volcanoes occur in predictable locations.
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Geology: Limestone

For Students 9th - 10th
Article explaining what limestone is, how it is formed, where it occurs, the different types, and how it has been used throughout history. (Published: August 8, 2010)
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Indiana University

Indiana University: Building a Nation: Indiana Limestone Photograph Collection

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of over 25,000 black and white architectural photographs that were discovered in a dilapidated house owned by the Indiana Limestone Company in Bedford, Indiana. These images of residences, churches, universities, museums,...
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: If Rocks Could Talk: Limestone

For Students 3rd - 8th
A simple explanation of how limestone rock is formed.
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US Geological Survey

U.s. Geological Survey: Limestone and Marble

For Students 9th - 10th
An explanation of the differences between limestone and marble, including some excellent pictures.
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Indiana University

Indiana University Bloomington: Geo Notes: Salem Limestone: Its Origin [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the formation of the Salem Limestone during the Mississippian Period.
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Indiana University

Indiana Univ. Bloomington:geo Notes: Salem Limestone: Carving and Sculpture [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes Salem Limestone, a high-quality limestone, and its use by stone carvers to create intricate and detailed sculptures.
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Indiana University

Indiana University Bloomington: Geo Notes: Limestone: Indiana's State Stone [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the formation of limestone deposits in Indiana and limestone's importance as an economic resource.
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Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Glencoe Mid. School Science: Effect of Acid Rain on Limestone

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students will collect rainwater and measure its acidity. They will use the rainwater to determine the effect that acid rain has on limestone.
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Other

Nsu: Caves of South Dakota

For Students 9th - 10th
South Dakota is home to hundreds of limestone caves. This site discusses how limestone caves are formed, where they are located, and why they are useful.
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Other

How to Carve Marble, Limestone, Soapstone, Alabaster

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a very informative site, created by stone sculptor, Shane Smith. Great photo examples, information on how to carve, and where to get supplies.
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Other

Clemson University: Soil Acidity and Liming

For Students 9th - 10th
Covers the composition and uses of liming materials in agriculture, as well as the lime codes of several states. Good definitions of terms: lime, calcitic limestone, calcite, dolomite, dolomitic limestone, aragonite, hi-cal lime, and more.
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US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: Observing Buffers in Lakes, Ponds, and Streams

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Explore buffers in lakes, ponds, and streams. "In this experiment, you will observe the effects of limestone on the acidity of water."
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: Chemical Weathering: Limestone

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This is a simple flipchart displaying the chemical process of limestone weathering.
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University of Chicago

Oriential Institute: Carved Black Limestone Kudurru From Ancient Babylonia

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the casts known as kudurrus of Ancient Mesopotamia and learn what they were used for.
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Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Investigating Se Mn Geology Incl Rock Layers, Fossils, and Karst Geology

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars will work at a variety of hands-on learning stations to increase their knowledge of SE MN geology including rock layers, fossils and sink holes. They will also learn how Karst Geology impacts our water quality. Students...
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University of Kentucky

University of Kentucky: Rocks and Minerals: Sedimentary Rocks

For Students 9th - 10th
An excellent resource for learning about sedimentary rocks and how they form. The different types of sedimentary rocks and deposits found in Kentucky are listed, with links to dedicated pages for each. Covers clay, shale, sandstone,...
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Curated OER

Eternal Egypt: Limestone Frieze

For Students 9th - 10th
A limestone frieze contains decorations of the acanthus leaf and clusters of grapes. At the center of these decorations, the artist had sculptured a profile of a peacock.
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Curated OER

Eternal Egypt: Limestone Frieze

For Students 9th - 10th
This limestone frieze is carved in relief with vine leaves and two bunches of grapes. This frieze originally adorned a wall.
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Curated OER

Eternal Egypt: Limestone Eagle Statue

For Students 9th - 10th
The limestone statue depicts an eagle stretching its wings and standing on a base. The eagle was the symbol of the spirit and stood for the Roman Empire.
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Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Geologic Stories: Retreating Waterfalls and Fossils

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A geology field investigation where learners investigate fossiliferous limestone, the study local stratigraphy, and understand how glaciers and rivers have shaped the community.

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