Phosphorus: Friend or Foe?

In this lesson plan, students will recognize that phosphorus is important to living things, and cycles through soil, water, and organisms. Students will investigate the effects of excess phosphorus in water, along with methods used to reduce phosphorus levels in Florida bodies of water. Students will take part in a jigsaw activity that will require them to teach what they have learned to other students. The activity will end with a whole-class discussion analyzing public policy solutions related to cleaning up phosphorus in Florida waterways and restoring water flow in the everglades.
Resource ID#: 199894 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): Social Studies, Science
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Microsoft Office, Scientific Calculator
Instructional Time: 40 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Keywords: science, lesson plan, civics, phosphorus, phosphates, water contamination, ppb, dimensional analysis, factor label method, chemistry, concentration
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Image/Photograph,  Text Resource,  Formative Assessment
Instructional Design Framework(s): Structured Inquiry (Level 2), Writing to Learn, Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: STEM Lesson plans - Grades 6-12

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