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We do a lot of "Science" in this classroom...
Here are some science experiments related to this
Xeriscape Challenge
.
Science Experiments to Match our Challenge!
CO2 -- We're ready to start the lamp and timer
Reading the temperature in both jars
The CO2 is heating up much faster than regular air! Writing Results.
CO2 is the red line vs. regular air (blue line)
Science Notes
Soil Erosion... plain dirt vs. mulched dirt, vs. sod
Resulting runoff from each test
Graph of results
Science Notes
The hole (approximately 6" wide & 12" deep)
After about 15 min
After ~ 30 min. Permeable soil should empty in ~ 15 min.
Science Notes
Graph of Results
Testing the succulents soil moisture
Testing other areas of our xeriscaped garden
Excitement! The sand helped modify the soil so it would be perfect for our succulents.
Science Notes
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SCIENCE
TECHNOLOGY
ENGINEERING & ART
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MATH
Reflection
Brewbaker Classroom
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Plants for Menlo Park, CA
PLAN OUT YOUR YARD!
Seven Steps to Garden Success!
KID OPINIONS COUNT!