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Hello, There is a dead link on this site where it says: "You will find some activities to further your understanding of atmospheric circulation here with answers here." Thanks, Peter
2.4: Climate and Biomes -
Yes that's what I did. If you have time, practice this before you do it with the class just to be sure how it works.
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How many cups should you start with? Should each student have one?
2.2 Bioaccumulation and Biomagnification
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Site authorThanks for letting us know. I've updated the links now.
2.4: Climate and Biomes