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From Petroleum to Tomatoes: An integrated approach to educating scientifically literate students

The Science Teacher—February 2001

While tomatoes grow abundantly in Israel, it is necessary to control the climate in which they are grown. This article deals with the issue of maintaining suitable growing conditions for tomatoes in Israel. Learning this integrated module, students develop awareness and understanding of scientific principles, environmental and health issues, technological applications, and societal implications.
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