Investigating Oil Containment

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Investigating Oil Containment: The Role of Soil in Environmental Protection

In this lesson sponsored by ExxonMobil, students will explore the interdependence of living organisms and their environment by investigating how different soil types affect oil containment and remediation. Through hands-on experimentation, students will gain insights into the properties of soil, the impact of oil spills, and the environmental strategies used for remediation.

Approximate time: 2 class periods (50 minutes each)

Grade level as written: 9 - 11

Standards: MS CCRS

BIO. 5 – Students will investigate and evaluate the interdependence of living organisms and their environment.

What Comes with The Lesson?

  • Video Lesson

    18-minute video lesson
    Dr. Kendrick Buford

  • Lesson Plan PDF

  • Materials List

    ●     Clear plastic containers or cups (4-6)

    ●     Funnels

    ●     Different soil samples (sandy soil, clay soil, potting soil, soil with organic matter such as peat)

    ●     Vegetable oil

    ●     Spray bottles filled with water

    ●     Graduated cylinders or measuring cups

    ●     Lab notebooks

    ●     Magnifying glasses

    ●     Rulers

  • Teacher Projection Slides

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