Black Carbon
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Description
Black carbon, composed of tiny particles of soot, is produced whenever organic substances like fossil fuels, firewood or coal is incompletely burned. These particles are polluting the air and causing serious health and environmental concerns for people around the world. "Changing Planet" is produced in partnership with the National Science Foundation.
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Topics and Grades
Grade: PS/Pre-K to 12
Topics: Chemistry, Current Science, Disease, Disorders and Human Health, Light, Sound & Other Waves, Earth & Space Science, Earth's Resources, Agriculture & Natural Resources, States of Matter (solids, liquids, gases), Ecology & Ecosystems, Biochemistry, Physics, Cells, Professional Development, Weather, Climate & Atmosphere, Science, Life Sciences
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Resource Type/Classification:
- Interactives
- Teacher Materials
Tool for: Students, Parents, Teachers