FACTivity – Beam Me Down, Scotty
In this FACTivity, you will answer the question, “What are the similarities and differences
of two recent studies of carbon storage in tropical forests?" You will identify how these studies are alike and how they are different.
Materials:
- Two Natural Inquirer articles: "Beam Me Down, Scotty" and "The "GLAS Is Half Full" (linked below)
- Graphic organizer (included)
Part Of
Beam Me Down, Scotty: The Use of Airborne and Satellite Technology to Measure Carbon in Hawaiian Forests
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