Weathering and Erosion Outdoor Observation
MS-ESS2-2 Construct an explanation based on evidence for how geoscience processes have changed Earth’s surface at varying time and spatial scales.
Learning Target
Learning Target
- Understand how the Earth's surface has been affected differently by the forces of weathering and erosion..
Success Criteria
Success Criteria
- students observe three locations to identify the impacts of weathering and erosion
- students determine the amount of impact caused by weathering and erosion
Questions to Ponder
Questions to Ponder
- Do you think weathering or erosion has more of an impact on the Earth's surface?
- Where have you seen the most weathering and erosion where you live?
Outdoor Observation
Outdoor Observation
- We will observe three different locations to see examples of weathering and/or erosion.
- As you collect your data, answer the following questions about each site:
- Did you observe weathering or erosion or both at this site?
- Describe what you saw.
- To what extent was the surface of the Earth impacted by weathering and erosion?