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Wanted: A Breath of Fresh Air

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Students examine the causes and effects of air pollution, as well as ways in which various industries and government organizations are aiming to control it. They research the topic on the Internet and create posters based on their research.

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the internet, Research, air pollution, air

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air pollution, web search, science
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Grade
6th - 12th
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Science
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1 hr
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