University of the United Arab Emirates - Jojoba: Liquid Gold for the 21st Century

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In 2000, two Indian scientists persuaded farmers to plant jojoba plants in their fields. In this Planet Science resource, students are asked to research the uses of jojoba oil – for fuels, cosmetics and medicines. They then take part in activities to make adverts for the fuel and cosmetics, to design a leaflet persuading farmers to plant jojoba, make a television programme about the plant and a role play arguing the case for planting more jojoba. Students consider the environmental impact of using jojoba oil and other biofuels.

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