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What do all of these things have in common? They all contain patterns. For each picture, write down at least one pattern you see. The pattern may be a shape, a color, a geometric pattern, or a behavior. An example has been done for you.
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| Honeycomb |
There is a repeating six-sided shape. |
| Starfish |
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| Leaf |
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| Fish |
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| Amoeba |
Scientists look for patterns to help them understand nature. Once they understand the pattern, they can more accurately classify things found in nature. Sometimes the pattern may not be seen without the use of a microscope or other tool. As you observe the world around you, look for patterns ... they are always there!
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| Review science lab safety rules here.
Get the plug-ins: Want to share a photograph of you or your friends doing this activity? Send the photograph attached to an e-mail with the following information: the title of the activity, the URL (Internet address), and your name. Remember that no pictures can be used which show any student faces or has a student name on it. Updated August 11, 2005 by: Glen
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