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Fifth graders study the impact of human activity on water quality and on the ecosystems of Earth. After a discussion on the various ways that water can be polluted, groups of youngsters get together to figure out the best way to clean a polluted sample of water. They must choose between screening, sedimentation, filtration, and chemical treatment. A terrific, hands-on science lesson.

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water pollution, pollution, environmental stewardship, the environment

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environmental awareness, pollution, water pollution, science
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Grade
5th
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Science
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Duration
2 hrs
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