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Muddying the Waters – Session 2

Session 2

Print version of "Muddying the Waters": PDF • Word

Conduct this session in the classroom.

1. Direct students to consult their completed Student Data Sheet PDF • Word and complete the "Conclusions" section of the Student Experiment Sheet PDF • Word.
   
2. When students have completed the Student Experiment Sheet, discuss the experiment, and ask students to share their results. Ask students to share their "Conclusions" from the Student Experiment Sheet. In addition, discuss the following questions:
   
   • What are some ways that people can help reduce the amount of sediment entering the Bay?
     
   • What can we do to educate others in our school and community about the effects of sediment on the water quality and aquatic life of the Chesapeake Bay?
     

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