Ocean Acidification in a Cup
Grades: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Type: Lesson Plans
Subjects: Chemistry, Biology
Authors: ClimateScience
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Synopsis
- This well-designed experiment will help students demonstrate and explore the effects an acidic ocean has on marine organisms.
Teaching Materials
Preparation:
- Review the additional material linked in the Teacher's Guide and Sources to better understand ocean acidification.
- Print the student handout or share it digitally with the students.
- Gather the materials:
- 1 cup per student/group
- 1 seashell or eggshell per student/group
- Vinegar
Prerequisites:
- Consider introducing ocean acidification with this 30-minute video.
Extensions:
- Students write a paragraph explaining the connection between CO2 emissions, ocean acidification, and marine life.
- Students discuss how they can reduce their carbon footprint to preserve the ocean's composition.
Related Resources:
- Other recommended resources include the videos Shell Shocked: Not Just Chemistry and Shell Shocked: Saving Shellfish.
The resource underscores the impact of climate change on the ocean and its resources. The concept of ocean acidification has been properly captured in this resource. Thus, this is recommended for teaching.
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