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US Department of Agriculture

China's Agricultural Water Policy Reforms [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
"This report documents the problem of water scarcity in parts of northern China and describes China's agricultural water management policies as well as reforms underway to encourage water conservation." (USDA) (PDF Format)
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Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Pathogenic Microorganisms in Water

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Use this lesson plan to introduce students to testing water sources for pathogenic microorganisms. Students will learn methods for groundwater sampling to evaluate water quality. Lesson plan includes student worksheets.
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Center for Innovation in Engineering and Science Education, Stevens Institute of Technology

Ciese Collaborative Projects: The Global Water Sampling Project

For Students 9th - 10th
By testing your local water quality, you will be able to compare your results with students around the world. Register your class, and follow the project instructions. Additional teacher resources, references, and Ask-an-Expert sources...
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US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: Water Resources: Water Bodies

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about EPA's work to protect and manage water resources and what you can do to help.
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Environmental Education for Kids

Eek!: Water Wonders

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site from the Environmental Education for Kids contains colorful and detailed information on water resources. Site covers fascinating tips and facts, as well as engaging quizzes on the wonderful world of water. Best suited for...
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Other

Science Projects: Fecal Contamination of Waters

For Students 9th - 10th
Talks about history of public health and water systems and what kind of projects are being used to improve them.
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US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: List of Drinking Water Contaminants

For Students 9th - 10th
Table outlines the EPA's standards for safe drinking water, defining levels of contaminants and listing possible sources of these contaminants.
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US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: Water on Tap: What You Need to Know

For Students 9th - 10th
Downloadable booklets with basic information about the U.S. water supply, e.g., where our drinking water comes from.
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Michigan Reach Out

Reach Out Michigan!: Contaminated Drinking Water

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This site is provided for by Reach Out Michigan! Use the site to learn if our eyes and taste buds can detect contaminated drinking water by doing a simple experiment.
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University of Arizona

University of Arizona: Pulse: Cultures and Cycles: Arsenic and Human Health

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Interdisciplinary unit about the risk of exposure to arsenic in public drinking water. Math, language arts, social studies, and science are incorporated into the lessons.
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Physics & Chemistry: Nitrate

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the chemistry of nitrate, the negative agricultural effects of too much nitrate in soil and in water sources, its toxicity to plants and livestock, and the impact on human health.
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Other

Pipeline: Soil Characteristics Demystifying Dirt [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Soil is the foundation of conventional on site wastewater treatment.The drainfields used with on site systems work because the soil around the trenches acts as a filter and removes organic matter, some of the nutrients present in...
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US Environmental Protection Agency

Epa: The Water Sourcebooks [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is online resource is for teachers of all grades. The Water Sourcebook contains activities grouped according to grade level. Detailed lesson plans are provided along with glossary and fact sheets.

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