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Exploring Bioplastics

Bioplastics
English/Language Arts
Industry & Manufacturing
Grade 8
ON
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Description

Bioplastic is the plastic of the future! But what do we really know about it? In this lesson, students will work collaboratively to research and discover the possibilities of bioplastics. In a group inquiry activity, students will explore a question and present their findings to the class.

Lesson Type: Literacy, Online/Digital

Duration: Single Class

Sector: Industry & Manufacturing

Context: Lifestyle, Home, School

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