Scent Detection Dogs

detector dog in hawaii

Unit Description

In this unit, students will explore the incredible noses of detector dogs. Students will begin by investigating the structures and functions that allow for dogs to smell and the many ways a dog's sense of smell helps it survive. Students will also explore how noses smell by learning about matter and particles.

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