Chemistry Mishap
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Malcolm accidentally creates a level 3 toxic biohazard instead of a stink bomb because he didn't properly follow the instructions on a website.

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  • Elin
    about 7 years ago
    I use this to either introduce or wrap-up the discussion on science laboratory safety standards. It also connects well to one of the units in the "Living By Chemistry" curriculum (Unit 4: Toxins).
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