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How Much Radiation is Around You? Lesson PlanHow Much Radiation is Around You? Lesson Plan
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How Much Radiation is Around You?

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Students examine the use, misuse and fear of radiation. They read an article about radiation on food and discuss the positives and negatives of this process. They answer questions to complete the lesson.

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radiation

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radiation, science
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Grade
6th - 8th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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