Described is the impact of a polluted aquatic environment on flora and fauna and the use of various organisms as pollution indicators. (CP)

Gives description of sampling techniques used by a science class to gather water pollution data from a park pond. (CP)

A description of water sampling techniques and tests used to determine the physical characteristics of a city pond. (CP)

Describes an instructional unit designed to increase student awareness of environmental pollution and the difficulties involved in correcting the situation. Seventh grade science students collected local water samples, tested them, and reported significant pollution to state and federal authorities. Simulation game Dirty Water'' increased student…

Provides information for the classroom teacher on the historical background, nature, and control of water pollution. (LS)

Describes an experiment using live plants and cigarette smoke to demonstrate the effects of air pollution on a living organism. Procedures include growth of the test plants in glass bottles, and construction and operation of smoking machine. (CS)

This is part two of a three part article related to the science activity of exploring environmental problems. Part one dealt with background information for the classroom teacher. Presented here is a suggested lesson plan on water pollution. Objectives, important concepts and instructional procedures are suggested. (EB)

Describes some aspects of a long-term study of the radio-nuclide intake in birds found in the area of the Boston Edison Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station. (PEB)

Stresses briefly the need for individuals' actions for controlling the environmental pollution. A number of projects are suggested for teachers to involve children in this area. Simulated discussion groups of sellers'' and consumers, use of pictures, onion juice, and a water filtration contest are a few of the sources used. (PS)

Presents a project that allows students to observe and show how quickly pollutants in the air and on the ground destroy plant life. Appropriate for grades four through six. (JRH)