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Students develop an understanding about the disease Anthrax, how it is transmitted, and its effects on the body. They use this online lesson to research the disease and its impact on human health. Students gain knowledge that bacterial diseases may invade and damage different body systems.

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Grade
6th - 8th
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Science
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3 days
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