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Water, water, everywhere, but not a drop to drink—until we clean it, of course! Scholars design a filtration device that removes pollutants from water. The goal is to have the water come out as clean as possible from the device. How clean can you get it?
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Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- If available, have learners take apart an old water filtration system to see its components
Classroom Considerations
- Activity requires some materials
- A little prior preparation (making the polluted water) is necessary
Pros
- Provides additional information in the Engineering and Science Connections section
- Gives some guiding questions to use during discussion
Cons
- None