Seagrass the wonder plant!
Did you know that there are flowering plants that live in the sea? The unique characteristics of seagrasses are vital for the health of our planet.
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An ocean in the school lab: carbon dioxide at sea
Did you know that carbon dioxide dissolves in bodies of water and affects the ocean? Explore the effect of carbon dioxide on ocean chemistry with these practical activities.
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How much carbon is locked in that tree?
Biology, maths, and the SDGs: estimate the CO2 absorbed by a tree in the schoolyard and compare it to the CO2 emissions of a short-haul flight.
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