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Struggle for Existence and Population Growth in Aphids Lesson PlanStruggle for Existence and Population Growth in Aphids Lesson Plan
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Struggle for Existence and Population Growth in Aphids

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Learners examine the population of aphids. They identify adaptations they have made for their environment. They make predictions, test their hypothesis and collect information that either proves or disproves their theory.

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9th - 12th
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Science
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