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Acid Rain

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Young scholars investigate acid rain. In this environmental lesson, students participate in an experiment using litmus paper and various liquids and then test the acidity of the liquids. Young scholars identify reasons why acid is harmful to the environment.

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acid rain, pollution

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acid rain, pollution, science
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Grade
2nd - 6th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning
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Fine Print: Educational Use

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