Unit 1

Question 1

Identify the three big ideas of Earth Science

Answer 1

Structure of earth’s systems
Earth’s history
Earth in the solar system

Question 2

Atmosphere

Answer 2

a blanket of gasses that surrounds our planet

Question 3

Hydrosphere

Answer 3

all water on earth

Question 4

Biosphere

Answer 4

all organisms on earth, environments where they live

Question 5

Cryosphere

Answer 5

Frozen part of the earth’s system

Question 6

Geology

Answer 6

study of forces that have shaped the earth

Question 7

Oceanography

Answer 7

studies from chemistry of the ocean water to the ocean floor and marine organisms

Question 8

Meteorology

Answer 8

studies of conditions in the atmosphere

Question 9

Astronomy

Answer 9

Focus on the solar system, stars

Question 10

Environmental science

Answer 10

Study of the environment and resources

Question 11

Compare and contrast a scientific theory and law

Answer 11

Scientific law is proven fact that describes a pattern in nature

Scientific theory is a explanation of things or events that is based on knowledge gained from many observations and investigations

Question 12

Know the five common tools used by Earth scientists

Answer 12

Binoculars
Compass
Wind Vane
Anemometer
Streak plate