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Types of Water Pollution Lesson PlanTypes of Water Pollution Lesson Plan
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Safe Drinking Water Foundation
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5th - 12th
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Types of Water Pollution

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In groups, young environmentalists investigate water samples that are contaminated with different types of pollutants. Each group presents their findings to the class and fills out the "Types of Pollutants Chart." This instructional activity is meant for pupils to visualize what each type of water pollution looks like.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

water pollution, water, water conservation, water quality, pollutants, pollution

Additional Tags

science

Classroom Considerations

  • Prepare and set up water samples one day before teaching

Pros

  • "Types of Pollutants Chart" included, along with answer key

Cons

  • None

Common Core

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