Minerals and their Significance
Minerals and their Significance
How do minerals form and what role do they play in shaping Earth's surface and human society?
Critical Thinking: Analyze mineral properties and classification.
Global Citizenship: Understand the importance of minerals in society and economy.
Responsibility: Conduct safe and respectful mineral identification activities.
What processes lead to the formation of minerals?
How are minerals classified and identified?
In what ways are minerals important to Earth's systems and human activities?
Students will investigate and report on the significance of minerals in Earth's geology and human economies.
ESS2.A: Earth Materials and Systems (Understand how Earth's systems interact.)
ESS3.A: Natural Resources (Comprehend the distribution and importance of minerals as natural resources.)
PS1.A: Structure and Properties of Matter (Investigate the properties of minerals.)
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