Turbidity
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New York Hall of Science
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This is an activity about turbidity, or the amount of sediment suspended in water. Learners will discover how this important characteristic affects aquatic life as they observe different water qualities. Supplies are simple and can be found around the house. Included are suggestions for taking the activity further and into nature. This activity could also be used in an environmental science curriculum by asking the question, do humans have impact on the turbidity of lakes and streams? If the answer is yes, how so?
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 10 to 30 minutes
- $1 - $5 per student
- Ages 6 - 14
- Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- 2 sheets of black construction paper
- 1 sheet of white paper
- Tape
- Large, clear glass jar
- Empty soda can or jar lid
- Flashlight
- Dirt
- Water
Subjects
- Earth and Space Science
- Earth Structure
- Oceans and Water
- Earth Structure
- Life Sciences
- Diversity of Life
- Animals
- Ecology
- Human Impact
- Diversity of Life
- Mathematics
- Measurement
- Physical Sciences
- Chemistry
- Chemistry of Life
- States of Matter
- Liquids
- Chemistry
Informal Categories
- Nature and Environment
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
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- TryScience
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- All Rights Reserved, The JASON Project,
