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by: Richard Konicek-Moran

Rust is one of the most common of every day phenomena, but again, is probably one of the least understood by students. The story in this chapter attempts to get students and their teachers involved in some tests to see what they can learn about rust through observation and study.

Grade Levels

Elementary

Topics

Inquiry Literacy Phenomena Physical Science

Details

Type Book ChapterPub Date 3/12/2010Stock # PB220X3_18

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Susan German (Hallsville, MO)
Susan German (Hallsville, MO)

Looking at the misconceptions surrounding rust

What is neat about this story is that the common misconceptions that students have with regard to rust can be tested in the classroom. As with all of the story chapters, there is plenty of ... See More

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