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What Color is Your Blood? Instructional VideoWhat Color is Your Blood? Instructional Video
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SciShow
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Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
4:10
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2013
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What Color is Your Blood?

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Everyone knows that blood is thicker than water, but do they know what color it is when it is circulating? The various proteins that determine the color of this vital mixture are revealed, and the question is answered once and for all! Have life science learners view this and take notes as a homework assignment during your lesson on the circulatory system.

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blood

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blood, science

Classroom Considerations

  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Can be a support in meeting Next Generation Science Standards
  • Answers a commonly asked question
  • Includes diagrams, photos, and text to highlight different points

Cons

  • None

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