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TOXIC WASTE

60 minutes/Grades 7-12

Subtitle: PERSPECTIVES IN SCIENCE, videodisc series

201 minutes/Grades 7-12

Produced by the National Film Board of Canada/Series producer
Julie Stanfel

Students learn about organic chemistry, biomagnification up the
food chain, chemicals, the invention of custom-tailored plastics,
and the scientific community's responsibility toward educating the
public. They also see methods of waste treatment and disposal,
"fingerprint" analysis of unknown chemicals, and product
development. Environmentalists talk about ensuring a safer
environment, the "cradle to grave" management approach to
chemicals, and the roles of government, industry, and the public
in controlling hazardous waste. With Study Guide

Awards: Red Ribbon, American Film & Video Festival

• "Connect(s) science to real-life experiences of the student...
  provide(s) a comprehensive look at the subject of toxic waste...
  very effective in stimulating discussion... also appropriate for a
  general audience interested in enhancing its awareness and
  understanding of a complex, topical environmental issue." Rating:
  Highly recommended. Science Books & Films
  

Subject Areas: STS, WASTE MANAGEMENT, CHEMISTRY, ENVIRONMENT,
TOXIC CHEMICALS, CITIZEN ACTION

CLV Videodisc ISBN: 0-7722-0264-8 VHS ISBN: 0-7722-0258-3

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