Water Resources and Conservation
Students will investigate the importance of water, the water cycle, and methods for water conservation.
Key Questions
- Explain the stages of the water cycle and their importance.
- Analyze how human activities impact local water quality.
- Design a campaign to promote water conservation in the community.
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