Improving Old MacDonald's Farm
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- Subject:
- Mathematics and Statistics, Science and Technology
- Institution Name:
- Environmental Protection Agency
- Collection:
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
- Grade Level:
- Primary, Secondary
- Grade Sub-Level:
- Middle School
- Grades:
- Grade 6, Grade 7
- Abstract:
This exercise is designed to further explore topics addressed in the accompanying article. Students work through calculations to determine how much fertilizer is needed to meet a plant's nutrient requirements. From these calculations, students draw conclusions about the most cost-effective and environmentally sound farming practices.
- Course Type:
- Learning Module
- Languages:
- English
- Material Type:
- Activities and Labs, Curriculum Standards
- Media Format:
- Graphics/Photos, Text/HTML
- Conditions of Use:
- Public Domain
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