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Clearing the Air

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Young scholars read a New York Times article and investigate a variety of emissions that contribute to global warming. They participate in a mock international summit in which they present recommendations for reversing the global warming trend.

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air pollution, air, global warming, climate change, emissions

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air quality, emissions, global warming, science
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Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
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Year
2000
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