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Composting

Composting
Science
Industry & Manufacturing
Grade 7
ON
Composting

Description

Composting turns organic waste into soil carbon, which reduces landfill methane emissions in the process! In this lesson, students will watch the cycle of composting and record their observations. Students are encouraged to see what it would take to set up a composting system in their school.

Lesson Type: Project, Experiential

Duration: Single Class

Sector: Industry & Manufacturing

Context: Home, School

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