Earth Science Unit 2 Day 1

Learning Objective: Students will learn about causes of changes to the Earth using a simulation and will analyze and interpret their data in writing using technical language: convergent boundary, divergent boundary, transform boundary, oceanic crust, continental crust, density, faulting, folding.


Questions:

1. Why is understanding Earth's movements and history important now?  (brain)
2. To what extent do plate movements affect life on Earth?
3. Why do earthquakes often happen near volcanic regions?

Answer choices for #3

	A. Both are caused by low granite content. B. Both are caused by terrane accretion. C. Both are caused by continental-continental convergence. D. Both are caused by subduction zones. Simulation Link for Class Today:  https://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/plate-tectonics Exit Ticket for Day 1:  Summarize your notes and learning from today. What is the most important point for you to remember?