Earth/Space ActivInspire Review Lesson I and II "Atmosphere and Energy Transfer"

This ActivInspire review aligns with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS):

"STANDARD 7 - The Earth

The competent science teacher understands the dynamic nature of the Earth and recognizes that its features and structures result from natural processes.

Knowledge Indicators - The competent science teacher:

7A. understands the structure and composition of the Earth's land, water and atmospheric systems.

7B. understands the transfer of energy within and among Earth's land, water and atmospheric systems

7E. analyzes and explains large scale dynamic forces, events, and processes that affect the Earth's land, water and atmospheric systems."

First review of the PowerPoint lessons I and II in the unit on "Atmosphere" (Unit IX). 20 questions include multiple choice; true/false; matching and text responses. A PDF student worksheet/study guide can also be generated by using this program.

PowerPoint lessons contain many graphics and two links to short videos to further student understanding.

PowerPoint slides also contain notes for the instructor based on students most "frequently asked questions" or FAQ's to help clarify the subject.

* All PowerPoint lessons; ActivInspire programs; student note sheets/activities and assessments for this unit can be found under the "Earth/Space Complete Unit IX Atmosphere" zip file folder.

Terms/concepts in this review include:

atmosphere

atmospheric composition

atmosphere formation

volcanic outgassing

photosynthesis

free oxygen

ozone

ozone layer

carbon dioxide

fossil fuels

clouds

troposphere

stratosphere

mesosphere

thermosphere

exosphere

ionosphere

air pressure

chlorofluorocarbons

CFC's

Sun's energy

photosynthesis

Earth's energy budget

energy absorption

heat

radiation

conduction

convection

heat transfer

heat budget

hydrosphere

water cycle

evaporation

condensation

precipitation

changes of state

phase change

water droplets

clouds

Mars

Venus

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