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M5 L5: Gizmo Simulation: Water Pollution
Name: Date:
Prior Knowledge Questions (Do these BEFORE using the Gizmo.)
Water pollution is the addition of harmful substances to water. Some of these substances are
found at home.
What household chemicals might be harmful if not disposed of properly?
What are some other causes of water pollution?
Gizmo Warm-up
The Water Pollution Gizmo™ will teach you about some of the
main kinds of water pollution. On the TYPE tab, under Types of
pollution, check that Toxic is selected. Read the paragraphs on
the right and bottom of the Gizmo.
What is toxic pollution?
What are some examples of toxic pollutants listed in the Gizmo?
Can you think of other examples of toxic substances, not listed in the
Gizmo?
M5 L5: Gizmo Simulation: Water Pollution
Name: Date:
Prior Knowledge Questions (Do these BEFORE using the Gizmo.)
Water pollution is the addition of harmful substances to water. Some of these substances are
found at home.
What household chemicals might be harmful if not disposed of properly?
What are some other causes of water pollution?
Gizmo Warm-up
The Water Pollution Gizmo™ will teach you about some of the
main kinds of water pollution. On the TYPE tab, under Types of
pollution, check that Toxic is selected. Read the paragraphs on
the right and bottom of the Gizmo.
What is toxic pollution?
What are some examples of toxic pollutants listed in the Gizmo?
Can you think of other examples of toxic substances, not listed in the
Gizmo?
