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The dynamics of a city can have a drastic effect on the weather. A hands-on lesson asks learners to build a model to illustrate how city pollution provides a nucleus for condensation. The greater the pollution, the greater chance for condensation to occur.
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- Have pupils use different sizes of bottles to compare results
- Record temperatures as the bottle cools; note changes in composition
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- Requires a specific set of materials and time for preparation
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- Includes a detailed teacher guide to help plan for lessons
- Provides a concrete model for an abstract topic
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