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UV Beads

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Students recognize preventitive measures that can be taken to reduce the risks associated with exposure to solar radiation. They explain why solar radiation can be harmful. They utilize beads that turn color when exposed to UV rays. Good lesson!

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ultraviolet radiation

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uv radiation, science
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Grade
5th - 8th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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