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Arsenic and Selenium Removal From Drinking Water at a Minimal Cost

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Decide on the most efficient plan to supply drinking water. The second project-based learning task in a two-part series builds upon the first project. Pupils revisit the wells to supply drinking water, but they must make sure the contamination levels for two chemicals are below EPA guidelines. The plan must also hold down the costs of providing the necessary amount of water.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Provide instruction on linear programming
  • Have the class create a list on what they need to know to arrive at a solution
Classroom Considerations
  • The project time frame would be expanded by including instructional lectures
Pros
  • Contains a link to an article to describe parts per million
  • Includes information on how to do project-based learning
Cons
  • None