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Document Type

Article

Abstract

This article describes an inquiry activity that promotes an accurate and deep understanding of key components of the carbon cycle, namely the exchange of carbon dioxide (CO2) gas between the atmosphere and the ocean, and how temperature affects this exchange. The crucial role of the teacher during this activity is described, including key questions and interactions that help students arrive at deep and robust understandings of the carbon cycle and nature of science ideas. This article promotes High School National Science Education Content Standards A, B, D, and G, Iowa Core Curriculum 1 and 3, and Iowa Teaching Standards 1, 2, 3, and 5.

Publication Date

Spring 2011

Journal Title

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Volume

38

Issue

2

First Page

9

Last Page

13

Copyright

© Copyright 2011 by the Iowa Academy of Science

Language

en

File Format

application/pdf

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