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How Does the Human Body Use Energy during Various Athletic Activities? Lesson PlanHow Does the Human Body Use Energy during Various Athletic Activities? Lesson Plan
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How Does the Human Body Use Energy during Various Athletic Activities?

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Students investigate how much energy is used during different athletic activities. They conduct Internet research to obtain information on the top three athletic sporting events from around the world, and calculate the calories burned during one hour.

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energy, calories

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athletic activities and energy used, burning calories, energy, science
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10th - 12th
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Science
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