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Biodegradability

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Students study the effects of water, salt water and heat on common household materials. They separate an emulsion and show that the materials are completely recoverable and observe the effect of acetone and water on polystyrene.

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Grade
7th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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