Earth Science

Earth Science

Planet Earth! How can anyone study something as large and complicated as our planet? One way is to divide the study of Earth into smaller areas of study. The most common areas of study are geology, oceanography, and meteorology. However, Earth Science does not stop at our planet. Astronomy is the study of all physical things beyond planet Earth.

The picture in the header for this page was taken by April Addington in the Museum of the Earth Sciences at Radford University.

Important Information

Earth Science SOLs

Earth Science SOL Framework

Earth Science SOL Blueprint

Course Description

EARTH SCIENCE

Grade: 9

Prerequisite: None

Credit: One

Earth Science is designed for students in the 9^th grade. Earth Science explores Earth by studying and experimenting with geology, astronomy, meteorology, and oceanography. Students will also develop an understanding of scientific investigation. Topics include scientific method, maps, minerals, rocks, energy resources, rock and fossil record, plate tectonics, weathering, erosion, deposition, soil, rivers, groundwater, oceans, atmosphere and weather, solar system, stars, universe, and space exploration. A high school graduation credit will be received for successful completion of this course. Students are required to take and pass the Standards of Learning End of Course Test to receive a verified credit for Earth Science.

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