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Session Title

Awesome Aquifer

Target Audience

Grades 5 - 12

Session Summary

The Biscayne Aquifer system is the primary source of fresh water for most of South Florida. Water

flowing through the aquifer is cleaned and filtered by the porous limestone and sandstone. The

water flows from the recharge area, which is the Everglades, to the ocean. Saltwater intrusion

occurs when too much freshwater is being pumped out of the aquifer causing the ocean water to

flow into it. In this interactive activity, learners will be able to witness this flow as well as

demonstrate the effect of saltwater intrusion using a specially designed Biscayne Aquifer model.

Presenter

Museum of Discovery and Science

The mission of the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) is Connecting People to Inspiring Science. MODS fulfills its mission through four educational content pillars;

Early Childhood Education
Environmental Sustainability
Health & Wellness
Physical Science