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Dust Busters

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Participants collect samples of particles in the air on adhesive tape then examine it under a microscope.

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Hints for uses in your library This activity can be done quicker by activity placing the tape on surfaces to collect dust and other particles. Place your tape on flowers and trees to immediately pick up pollen, instead of just looking for dust in the atmosphere!
Related Links Air Pollution
Aerosols
NASA’s LADEE Spacecraft

Images:
Saharan Dust on the Move
Dust over Australia
Originating Source Aspen Global Change Institute
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Dust Busters

Dust Busters

Participants collect samples of particles in the air on adhesive tape then examine it under a microscope.