1.2 Systems and Models

Systems Table Activity (30 mins)

Create a table for the three different systems outlined in the ESS syllabus. For each system have a row for the definition, the features of the system and a row for examples of the system.

When this is completed write an overarching definition for systems.

Please submit this on google classroom here.

Drawing an Annotated System Activity (60 minutes)

Start by having a round of read, highlight and share of Kognity 1.2.2 (Stores and flows). Then draw an annotated carbon system explaining the following terms in the annotations:

Matter
Energy
Stores
Flows
Cycles
Transfers
Transformations

Please submit this on google classroom here.

TEDEd Carbon Cycle Activity (30 minutes)

Complete the following TEDEd activity, ensure you complete the watch, think and discuss sections.

For extension look into the resources in the dig deeper section.

The carbon cycle - Nathaniel Manning What exactly is the carbon cycle? Nathaniel Manning provides a basic look into the cyclical relationship of carbon, humans and the environment.

Models Activity (15 minutes)

Watch the two videos on models below and contribute to the advantages and disadvantages of models in the table below the videos.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Models

Gaia Hypothesis Model (The Debate) Activity (60 minutes)

In two teams you will debate the following statement:

The Gaia Hypothesis is a good model

The team allocated the house will defend the statement and the debate will follow the debate style of:

Opening speaker
Arguments 1-3
Closing remarks
Each speech will be 2 minutes with up to two points of information.

Create your team research using google slides below.

Gaia Debate Arguements For

Gaia Debate Arguments Against

Key Words Activity

Add the keywords from the last two activities to your ESS quizlet.

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