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What Is a One Part Per Million Solution? Lesson PlanWhat Is a One Part Per Million Solution? Lesson Plan
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Baylor College
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3rd - 5th
Subjects
Science
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Duration
30 mins
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Scientific Equipment
Year
2010
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What Is a One Part Per Million Solution?

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Water may appear to be crystal clear, but there could be dissolved substances present. Lab groups make a one-part-per-million of a food coloring solution to demonstrate this concept. As part of an outstanding unit about water, this lesson plan prepares learners to consider invisible water pollutants in a future lesson plan.

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water quality, water, parts per million

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dissolved substances, water quality, parts per million, science

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  • Supportive projection slide included as a visual aid
  • Spanish version of the worksheet provided for English learners
  • Part of an outstanding unit produced by a reputable institution
  • Interdisciplinary materials available
  • Hands-on activity reinforces the teachable concept
  • A teacher's video offers tips for implementation

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