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In this activity, learners investigate the impact of oil pollution on the environment and wildlife. Learners use hard-boiled eggs and feathers to understand the damage that oil spills can cause. Learners are also challenged to develop a technique for cleaning oil from feathers.
- Under 5 minutes
- 1 to 7 days
- $5 - $10 per group of students
- Ages 8 - 11
- Activity, Experiment/Lab Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- 5 hard-boiled eggs
- 480-mL used motor oil
- bird feathers (available from a pet store or craft store)
- piece of fake fur material
- magnifying lens
- soap
- clean water
- large bowl
- disposable plastic gloves
- paper towels
- science journal
- clock or timer
Subjects
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Engineering and Technology
- Engineering
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Life Sciences
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Ecology
- Human Impact
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Ecology
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Physical Sciences
- Chemistry
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The Nature of Science
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The Scientific Process
- Conducting Investigations
- Gathering Data
- Formulating Explanations
- Communicating Results
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The Scientific Process
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The Nature of Technology
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Technology and Society
- Technology and the Environment
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The Design Process
- Research and Development
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Technology and Society
Informal Categories
- Animals
- Nature and Environment
Audience
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Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
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Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- NASA Center for Distance Learning, Office of Education at NASA’s Langley Research Center
Rights:
- All rights reserved, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, 2004