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Science · 6–8

Microplastics in Water Ecosystems: Modeling Pollution and Runoff

Students learn about microplastics, their sources, and their impact on aquatic ecosystems.

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Students learn about microplastics, their sources, and their impact on aquatic ecosystems. They build a layered water model, simulate direct pollution and runoff, and record observations about particle movement, accumulation, and possible solutions.

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What you’ll teach

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  • Students will define microplastics and identify common sources.
  • Students will model how microplastics enter and move through water ecosystems.
  • Students will observe and analyze where pollutants settle, float, or remain suspended.
  • Students will discuss potential solutions for reducing microplastic pollution.