Spot on Science: Water Bugs and Water Quality
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In this episode, Matthew Smith from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources discusses the relationship between water quality and the number of bugs in and around water sources. Bugs can be a sign that the water is clean enough for insects to call home. Part of the "Spot on Science" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 4 minutes 41 seconds
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Ecology, Environmental Issues, Insects
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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- Release Year: 2019
- Producer/Distributor: ideastream
- Series: Spot on Science
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