Flower petals, acorn hats, exoskeletons of beetles, and lichens are just a few of the objects students may find in a surprising array of vivid colors. These tiny examples from nature’s palette can be discovered in a school yard, a park, or even along the edges of a paved sidewalk… it simply takes careful observation! This article describes a color-wise investigation that allows budding ecologists to practice their skills of observation.

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Type Journal ArticlePub Date 10/1/2010Stock # sc10_048_02_40Volume 048Issue 02

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