Lesson Plan

Recycling Polylactic Acid

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Show your class how to recycle during this simulation with polylactic acid. Pupils use a plastic cup, made of PLA, and convert it into a cleaning solution. They conclude the activity by using the newly made cleaning solution to demonstrate its effectiveness on a solid surface.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have the class research other recyclable materials that can be used in a daily manner to create useful resources
Classroom Considerations
  • Use safety measures to avoid injury during the experiment
  • Completely dissolve the PLA pieces to ensure a successful experiment
Pros
  • Includes reading material and data sheet
  • Contains detailed explanations and instructions to follow while performing the entire experiment
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