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Where would a space explorer find water and oxygen?

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catalytic oxidation – a system that captures and destroys poisonous chemicals and odors; it is able to change these chemicals into harmless water and carbon dioxide

outgassing – gases trapped inside materials slowly leak out of those materials and into the air

Recycling – to process (as in water and air) in order to re-use materials

trace contaminant control system – special equipment which can remove most or all microscopic materials from the air
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Content Standard A: Science as Inquiry

  • Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry (K–8)
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Content Standard F: Science in Personal and Social Perspectives

  • Personal health (K–8)

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Health Education Standard 3: Students will demonstrate the ability to practice health-enhancing behaviors and reduce health risks.

  • demonstrate strategies to improve or maintain personal health