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Carolina EcoKits®: Solid Waste Management (with prepaid coupon)

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Grades 9-12. Students study the science of composting in the classroom. They construct a simulation of a small composting bin with both organic and inorganic waste items. They then analyze the process of decomposition in the composting bin over the course of a 4- to 5-week period through observations and temperature readings. With this kit, students experience real-life composting using vermicomposting. Kit accommodates 32 students working in groups of 4.

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Overview

Grades 9-12.

  • Set up composting bins
  • Take weekly temperature measurements of the core and the exterior of the compost
  • Graph the temperature changes during the composting process
  • Describe ways to reduce personal waste

    • Students study the science of composting right in the classroom. They construct a simulation of a small composting bin with both organic and inorganic waste items. They then analyze the process of decomposition in the composting bin over the course of a 4- to 5-week period through observations and temperature readings. With this kit, students experience real-life composting using vermicomposting. Kit accommodates 32 students working in groups of 4 and includes a prepaid coupon to request the perishable material later at your convenience. Contact us or return the coupon at least 2 weeks prior to requested delivery date to ensure prompt arrival of material.

  • This item is only available from Carolina Biological Supply Company.

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What's Included

This item includes a prepaid coupon for living or perishable materials (all items). Redeem the coupon for delivery of these materials at your convenience at www.carolina.com/livingform, by phone at 800.334.5551, or by fax at 800.222.7112.

Components Qty Included?
Redworm Culture 1 Included
Worm Bedding 2 Included
Plastic Terrariums 8 Included
Terrarium Lids 16 Included
Packing Tape 1 Included
Foam Cups 6 Included
Starch Packing Peanuts 1 Included
Wooden Sticks 30 Included
Tea Bags 6 Included
Hay 2 Included
Teacher’s Manual and Reproducible Student Guide 1 Included
Thermometers 16 Needed, Not included
Permanent Markers 8 Needed, Not included
Large Plastic Containers (1 to house redworms and 1 for wetting worm bedding) 2 Needed, Not included
Water Conditioner or Dechlorinator 1 Needed, Not included
Plastic Spoons 8 Needed, Not included
Stopwatches or Timers 8 Needed, Not included
Spray Bottle (for wetting worm bedding) 1 Needed, Not included
Measuring Cup 1 Needed, Not included
Test Materials (e.g., coffee grounds, fruits, vegetables, different types of paper) Needed, Not included

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