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In this inquiry-based lesson, learners measure the biomass of trees, calculate the carbon stored by the trees, and use this information to create recommendations about using trees for carbon sequestra

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 11 - 14 1 to 2 hours
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In this experiment using sprigs of Elodea, learners will observe a natural process that removes carbon dioxide (CO2) from Earth's atmosphere.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 11 - 14 1 to 2 hours
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Learners blow into balloons and collect their breath--carbon dioxide gas (CO2). They then blow the CO2 from the balloon into a solution of acid-base indicator.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 8 - 14 5 to 10 minutes
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In this activity on page 7 of the PDF, learners investigate the solubility of gas in water at different temperatures. This experiment will help learners determine if temperature affects solubility.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 8 - 14 45 to 60 minutes
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Through discussion and hands-on experimentation, learners examine the geological (ancient) carbon cycle.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 11 - 14 45 to 60 minutes
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Learners observe two model atmospheres -- one with normal atmospheric composition and another with an elevated concentration of carbon dioxide.

$5 - $10 per group Ages 14 - 18 45 to 60 minutes
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The objective of this inquiry-based lesson is for learners to gain an understanding of how increasing ocean acidity can affect the calcification of marine organisms.

Over $20 per group Ages 14 - adult 2 to 4 hours
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In this activity, learners test exhaled breath for carbon dioxide and learn how to use an indicator as a simple way to measure pH.

$5 - $10 per student Ages 8 - 18 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity about global climate change, learners will conduct an experiment and collect data to compare the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) in four different sources of gases.

$5 - $10 per student Ages 11 - 18 45 to 60 minutes
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In this activity, learners investigate carbon sequestration by creating a carbonated beverage out of apple juice and dry ice.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 11 - 14 45 to 60 minutes
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In this activity, learners conduct an experiment to investigate the effect of elevated levels on CO2 on plant growth.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 14 - 18 1 to 4 weeks
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In this activity, learners explore the factors that tend to resist changes in pH of the ocean and why the ocean is becoming more acidic.

Over $20 per group Ages 14 - 18 1 to 2 hours