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Rocks are made of minerals, and minerals often have crystal shapes. In this fun activity about geometry in nature, learners create their own crystal shapes out of paper. What does a tetrahedron look like? Find out here! Materials List:
Fold a CrystalPDF
Topics: Earth & Space Science, Rocks & Minerals, Mathematics
Grade Level: Grades 3 - 12
Activity Type: Model
Preparation Time: Under 5 minutes
Activity Time: 45 - 60 minutes
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