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Meteorites Instructional Video

Meteorites Instructional Video

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Meteorites

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BBC has put together a comprehensive clip describing the composition of meteorites. This is a very cute video younger learners will enjoy. It also shows the properties of meteorites through scientific inquiry. A bit short but perfect for building scientific interest.

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meteorites, space compounds, meteorite analysis, planetary science, elements, composition of meteorites, science

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Grade

9th - 12th

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Resource Type

Instructional Videos

Media Length

3:34

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Flipped Classroom

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