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Environmental Concerns (1) Analysis of Lead in Paint (2) Analysis of Water Lesson PlanEnvironmental Concerns (1) Analysis of Lead in Paint (2) Analysis of Water Lesson Plan
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Environmental Concerns (1) Analysis of Lead in Paint (2) Analysis of Water

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A scenario and background information are provided for two different open-ended experiments that experienced chemistry classes can perform toward the end of the school year. In the first, they design a method for testing flakes of paint for their lead content. In the second, they plan a protocol to test water for total dissolved solids.

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water quality, water, the scientific method

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scientific method, water quality, lead content, science
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
5 days
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning
Technology
Scientific Equipment

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