Unit Rate and Florida Cave Formation

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Subject(s): Mathematics, Science
Grade Level(s): 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Keywords: florida, cavern, state, park, kelly, banta, unit, rate, cave, calcite, water, Speleothems, stalagmites, stalagtite, cubic inch, volume
Instructional Component Type(s): Perspectives Video: Professional/Enthusiast

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