NGSS · Earth & Space Science · Grade 4

4-ESS3-1 Energy Resources & Environmental Effects

Obtain and combine information to describe that energy and fuels are derived from natural resources and their uses affect the environment.

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Science Unlocked lesson set The Coal Museum’s Solar Roof In 2017, a museum all about Kentucky coal put about 80 solar panels on its roof. Why would a coal museum make electricity from sunlight? 1 week · $3.00 · Grades 4 See what’s inside
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