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FACTivity – Full Throttle ModelScience · Life Science · Grades 6–8Activity

The question you will answer in this FACTivity is, “How might fish and other aquatic life be affected by turbidity?” You will answer this question by building a model to simulate turbidity. Materials: Clear plastic container (such as a soda bottle) Electrical, masking, or other tape Scissors Paper clip Teaspoon or other tool for stirring 2 tablespoons 1 cup of soil Water Topics: Pollution, Water, Wildlife, Aquatic Ecosystem, Experiment, Food Availability, Hands-on, Indoor Activity.

From USDA Forest Service, Natural Inquirer · Public domain (US Gov) · original source

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