This week was an introduction to the topic of Glacial Action. This is Chapter 17 in the Study Guide. Last day we completed presentations on the different sections of Chapter 17. It is expected that you have read this section of the chapter on your own.
We are using the symbolism of 'Glacier Detectives' & 'Evidence-Seekers' to help guide this unit. The different features visible on our planet (especially in Canada) were shaped by ice and glacial action. We use the features as evidence to help us understand what the ice was doing during the Pleistocene Ice Age.
We also got notes on 'Glacier Basics & Formation', as well as the differences between continental and alpine. Please come to class to pick up the handouts.
This is a very 'term-heavy' unit - expect to make flash cards or a study guide for yourself if you would like to do well.
Recommendations:
We are using the symbolism of 'Glacier Detectives' & 'Evidence-Seekers' to help guide this unit. The different features visible on our planet (especially in Canada) were shaped by ice and glacial action. We use the features as evidence to help us understand what the ice was doing during the Pleistocene Ice Age.
We also got notes on 'Glacier Basics & Formation', as well as the differences between continental and alpine. Please come to class to pick up the handouts.
This is a very 'term-heavy' unit - expect to make flash cards or a study guide for yourself if you would like to do well.
Recommendations:
- Know the basic terms
- Understand if they are part of the Weathering, Transportation, or Depositional Stage
- Recognize if they are an Alpine or Continental feature - or are evident in both.
Interesting Article on Antarctic Melting from Scientific American - Sept 2015
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