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Trees of Mississippi

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High schoolers research tree species found in Mississippi, and record the tree types, numbers of trees, and locations. Students then research the forest industry sites, and determine possible relationships between industry location and tree products.

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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Duration
1 hr
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Research

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