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Waste not, want not! Pupils learn how plant-based products are making a dent in the volume of solid waste placed in landfills each year in part 10 of a 12-part series discussing the principles of green chemistry. The video includes other methods of reducing our waste output in the discussion, such as products made from recycled newspapers.
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Instructional Ideas
- Bring examples of plant-based products (such as water bottles) so the class can compare them to similar items made from petroleum products
- Have partners create posters that spread the word about bioplastics and put them up around the school
Classroom Considerations
- Learners should have prior knowledge of monomers and polymers
Pros
- Presents content in a very relatable manner through animation
- The narrator provides an analogy between biodegradable products and dissolving sutures, which helps promote understanding of the concept
Cons
- None