Great Lakes Binational Toxics Strategy
Mercury: In Your Community and the Environment
Mercury is a naturally occurring substance that can cause
serious health and ecological problems when released to the environment through human
activities. Though a national, and even international issue, the mercury problem can
easily be studied at the local level. Use this guide to help your students learn about the
health and environmental concerns associated with mercury, find out where it is in their
school and homes, and help school officials and family members do something about it.
This package contains background materials on mercury for teachers and activities for
students. Teachers can do any or all of the activities with their classes or even allow
the students to choose the activities they are most interested in. Activities are designed
for High School classes, however teachers may consider teaming their students with Middle
School classes for some of these activities
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