Not Easy Being Green

Explore how the properties of materials change, including how the copper metal covering the Statue of Liberty changes from a brownish color to a greenish patina over time, with this interactive tutorial.
Resource ID#: 210717 Type: Original Student Tutorial
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Subject(s): Social Studies, Science
Grade Level(s): 2
Intended Audience: Students
Keywords: copper, patina, changing materials, change over time, Statue of Liberty, metals, interactive, tutorials, elearning, e-learning, civics, science
Instructional Component Type(s): Original Student Tutorial
Resource Collection: STEM Civics Tutorials and Videos - Grades K-12

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