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Measuring Water Quality

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Students are introduced to the various methods of measuring water quality. In groups, they test various water samples using the different methods, writing them down for pH, oxygen, salinity, and nitrate levels. They use their data to write a final report and share their results with the class.

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water, measurement

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measurements, water, science
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Grade
9th - 12th
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Science
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