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Plankton in the Air

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Here is a lab activity adequate for use with any full lesson on environmental factors that shape animal adaptations or marine animal characteristics. Pupils will discuss the role plankton plays in the environment and filter-feeding animals. They will then participate in a demonstration showing how filter feeders are effective eaters in their environment. This is a well-thought-out lab activity.

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habitats, animals, food chains, plankton

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animal habitats, food chain, plankton, filter-feeding animals, marine animal lab activity, science
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Grade
3rd - 5th
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Science
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
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Inquiry-Based Learning
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