Earth Science CR A

Description

In the first three modules of Earth Science A students learn the importance of scientific inquiry and how to communicate the results of scientific investigations. They then have material on the formation of the universe, including the Big Bang Theory, the motions of celestial objects, and stellar evolution. The third module covers material related to the Solar System, including features of the Sun and the planets and the movements of Earth. In the second three modules of Earth Science A students learn about the atmosphere and clouds, as well as the factors that influence local and global climate. They continue by learning about weather and air masses, meteorology and storms and then discuss the water cycle, including groundwater and ocean features, as well as water scarcity and pollution. In the first three modules of Earth Science B students learn about the physical structure of the Earth and Earth’s tectonic system, including the rock cycle, tectonic activity, and mountain building. Next, they learn about weathering and erosion and soil formation. This is followed by the concept of systems: the Earth as a system, feedback in systems, and Earth’s major nutrient cycles. In the second half of Earth Science B students learn about the evolution of Earth’s atmosphere, the geologic time scale, and the fossil record. Next, they go over natural resources and the effects of human population on natural resources. The course wraps up with a discussion of human society and its interconnectedness with the Earth’s environment, how science and technology work together, and the technological design process in earth science applications.

Note: This course cannot be taken for original credit. This is a credit recovery course.

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