Earth Science Vocabulary

6th GradeScience50 min

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Learning Objective

I can use context clues to determine the meaning of earth science vocabulary.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

6 min

Climate Change and Global Warming: Explained in Simple Words for Beginners

Science ABC

Guided Notes

10 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • Global warming is defined as a rise in Earth's temperature that persists for a decade or longer, while climate change refers to long-term changes in weather patterns.

  • Greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, trap heat in the atmosphere, with their impact depending on their amount and global warming potential (GWP).

  • Burning fossil fuels for industry and transportation is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, along with emissions from agriculture and changes in land use.

Practice

15 min

12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

The video mentions that burning fossil fuels increases the concentration of atmospheric carbon dioxide. Based on this context, what are 'fossil fuels'?

Teacher Guide

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