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Innovating Science Case of the Contaminated Lake
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This role-playing activity will give students the opportunity expereince how science plays a significant role in the investigation of pollution.
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You are a scientist from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) visiting Lakeville for the annual water quality inspection of Pine Lake, however, something has gone awry. Someone intentionally polluted the lake! Perform chemical tests for contaminants on water and soil samples, analyze fibers, fingerprints, and footprints, and investigate suspect activity on social media in this environmental-forensic chemistry activity to uncover the culprit behind the crime. This kit contains enough materials for 15 groups of students. Teacher’s Manual and Student Study Guide copymaster included.Features
- Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)*
- Disciplinary Core Ideas: PS1.A; PS1.B;LS2.C; ESS3.C
- Performance Expectations: MS-PS1-2; MS-LS2-4l MS-ESS3-3
- Cross Cutting Concepts: Patterns; Cause and Effect
- Engaging in Argument from Evidence; Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions\li>
Includes:
- 250 Milliliters Lake Water Sample
- 360 Milliliters Phosphorous Extraction Solution
- 30 Milliliters Phosphorous Reagent #2
- 20 Milliliters Universal pH Indicator
- 20 Milliliters Iron Indicator Solution
- 3 Soil Samples, 50 Grams
- 30 Grams Copper Indicator Powder
- 30 Grams Phosphorous Indicator Powder
- Pipettes
- Plastic Scoops
- Fabric Samples
- Microscope Slides
- Coverslips
Materials Needed but not Provided:
- Test Tubes & Racks
- Deionized or Distilled Water
- Magnifying Lenses
- Rulers
- Protractors
- Forceps
- Microscopes
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Allergens:
Contains No Allergens
Maximum Age:
14
Maximum Grade Level:
8
WARNING:
This product can expose you to Phenolphthalein, Methanol and Methyl isobutyl ketone, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.