Earth's Veins
Recommended Grade Level(s)
- 9-12
Primary Subject Area(s)
- Geography
- Science
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Activity Description
Research a contemporary mine in Nevada. Using geomorphology, answer the following question:
- Would a cross-section map of ore deposits be similar today than in the past (see [Include a current map of veins of ore])? Why or why not?
- Present your answer in a 2-4 minute slideshow presentation with integrated visuals and supportive data.
Suggestion: Create a class blog where students can pose questions. Invite several geographers to respond to their blog entries.
Standards Addressed
- Geography
- Grades 9-12 Standards
- G5.9-12.1: Use map elements including scale to identify and locate physical and human features in the United States and the world.
- G5.9-12.2: Analyze and interpret geographic information by selecting appropriate maps, map projections, and other representations, i.e., urban planning, national parks.
- G5.9-12.3: Apply concepts and models of spatial organization and use quantitative methods to identify and make decisions about geographic information.
- G5.9-12.8: Select and design maps, graphs, diagrams, tables, or charts to organize geographic information using a variety of technologies.
- G6.[9-12].2: Explain why characteristics of place change.
- Grades 9-12 Standards
- Science
- Grades 9-12 Standards
- E.12.C.2: Students understand the concept of plate tectonics including the evidence that supports it (structural, geophysical and paleontological evidence).
- E.12.C.3: Students know elements exist in fixed amounts and move through solid earth, oceans, atmosphere and living things as part of biogeochemical cycles.
- E.12.C.4: Students know processes of obtaining, using, and recycling of renewable and non-renewable resources.
- E.12.C.5: Students know soils, derived from weathered rocks and decomposed organic material, is found in layers.
- Grades 9-12 Standards
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