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Chemistry Abounds: An Educational Outreach Program Designed for Elementary School Audiences
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The University of Southern Maine Chemistry Club tries to share its enthusiasm for science with children in hopes of contributing to science education. It does so through its "Chemistry Abounds" traveling chemistry show. The components of this program are described in this article.
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- Received: August 03, 2009
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