Welcome to earth science! I hope that you have enjoyed a safe and entertaining summer vacation and are ready to learn. It is my goal that you expand upon your knowledge of life science, build skills that will assist you throughout your learning career and enjoy the journey in the process. The following outline will assist you in preparing for and successfully completing this course. If you have any additional questions or concerns, feel free to approach me at any time. I have an open door policy and will always consider any suggestion. After school hours I can be reached via email at [email protected]. Have a wonderful school year!
Scope & Sequence
A. Introduction to the Natural Sciences
B. Scientific Method
C. Models of the Earth 1. Globe 2. Mercator 3. Azimuthal 4. Conic 5. Topographic 6. Aerial 7. Map Skills
D. Structure of the Earth
E. Plate Tectonics 1. Pangaea 2. Continental Drift 3. Earthquakes
"Quake It, Don't Shake" Virtual Lab Over Veterans Day weekend your assignment is to complete the research section of your lab write up. It should be exactly one page in length. Please use new times roman/12 font at 1.5 line spacing. In order to become experts on the topic of building structures you must first understand the variables involved in creating a building that is able to withstand a major earthquake. Separate your research into five paragraphs. 1. Paragraph One: History of Earthquakes 2. Paragraph Two: Building Types (research wood frame, steel frame and brick facade) 3. Paragraph Three: Foundation (research unattached, anchored and isolated) 4. Paragraph Four: Ground Beneath Building (research solid soil, loose fill and bedrock) 5. Paragraph Five: Earthquake Safety
*** Use information through Net trekker to compile your research and write this component of the lab. It is due on Wednesday. Email me if you have further questions or concerns. ***
4. Volcanoes
F. Surface of the Earth 1. Rocks & Minerals a. Metamorphic Rock b. Sedimentary Rock c. Igneous Rock d. Fossils 2. Earth's Resources 3. Mechanical Weathering 4. Chemical Weathering 5. Erosion 6. Soil 7. Natural Wonders
G. Weather 1. The Water Cycle 2. Meteorology 3. Extreme Weather 4. Clouds
H. Climate 1. Climate Zones 2. Climate Change Over Time 3. Pollution