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Vision Beyond Sight
Vision Beyond Sight
Kashvi grappled with the impact of "Synthetic Nutrients" on living things. She brainstormed the issue with Ms. Nadia using the visual thinking routine Connect - Understand. This engagement ignited her passion and set her on a path of inquiry, seeking solutions to protect the living world.
Curiosity Unleashed
Curiosity Unleashed
Kashvi embarked on her inquiry by meticulously recording her wonderings about synthetic nutrients. These initial questions will serve as her compass, guiding her towards a thorough and in-depth inquiry of the topic.
Big idea
Big idea
Under the guidance of her mentor, Kashvi used her quest to understand synthetic nutrients to craft her central idea and lines of inquiry, aligning her investigation towards finding a solution. Through thoughtful questioning, Kashvi sought to unravel the complexities surrounding synthetic nutrients, paving the way for a deeper understanding and potential resolution.
Explore different viewpoints
Explore different viewpoints
Kashvi had a virtual guest lecture by representatives from the Save Soil Initiative at the Esha Foundation. During the session, Ms. Anjani and Ms. Lu shared valuable insights into soil formation and the pressing issue of soil protection, advocating for the use of natural materials to replace synthetic nutrients. Their expertise shed light on the significance of soil health and its impact on agriculture and the environment. After the session, Kashvi reflected on what she had learned.
Evidence Speaks: Reasons that Led the Way
Evidence Speaks: Reasons that Led the Way
Kashvi conducted an experiment to observe the effect of synthetic fertilizers on algae growth, discovering that they accelerate algae growth, posing a threat to marine life. Additionally, she delved into published case studies highlighting the dangers of excessive intake of vitamin A and folic acid. Kashvi concluded that naturally grown nutrients are preferable, emphasizing the importance of sustainable, organic practices for both human health and the environment.
Forge Connections - Join the Learners Go Organic group to build connections centered around the topic.
Forge Connections - Join the Learners Go Organic group to build connections centered around the topic.
Through her research, Kashvi established a connection between the use of synthetic fertilizers, their entry into water bodies, subsequent consumption by plants and animals, and their ultimate entry into the human body, creating a cycle of potential harm. This inquiry shed light on the far-reaching impact of synthetic nutrients on both environmental and human health, emphasizing the need for sustainable and natural alternatives to safeguard ecosystems and human well-being.
Uncovering Complexities
Uncovering Complexities
Kashvi's investigation into synthetic nutrients unveiled the complexities of how we all directly or indirectly consume them. She used a fishbone organizer to keep track of how and why this happens. By doing this, she found out that synthetic nutrients are everywhere around us. Kashvi believes we need to be more aware of this and find better, more natural alternatives to keep ourselves and the environment healthy.
Form Conclusions
Form Conclusions
Using the Visual Thinking Routine Claim-Support-Question, Kashvi reached a significant conclusion after analyzing the entire life cycle of synthetic nutrients. She believes that "Going Organic" is a solution to mitigate the impact of synthetic nutrients. Kashvi found that organic and natural nutrients can improve soil quality, protect the environment and biodiversity, enhance human health, and even help combat climate change. However, she still had questions about how we can identify whether a product is truly organic or not, raising concerns about the need for better labeling and certification systems
Build and Thrive: Action is Key!
Build and Thrive: Action is Key!
As an action following her research, Kashvi has designed a revolutionary device capable of detecting the toxicity of substances simply by touch. Whether it's water, soil, or food, her device can quickly determine if it's organic or not. Kashvi has meticulously crafted the blueprint and added detailed descriptions of its functionality, marking a significant advancement in ensuring food and environmental safety.
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