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Learners read background information about Monterey Bay, California, and conduct related experiments. In this ocean in motion lesson, students read information about the location, wildlife, and characteristics of Monterey Bay. They experiment with the upwelling concept that happens in the bay and discuss the results.

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monterey bay, ocean, ocean in motion, science
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Grade
4th - 5th
Subjects
Science
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Duration
1 hr
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Inquiry-Based Learning
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