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Rocks, weathering and soil: Why is geology important?

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    Geological timescales

    I can explain how geological time is divided, and identify the current period and epoch we live in.
    • 1 Slide deck
    • 1 Worksheet
    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video

    The rock cycle

    I can identify the three main types of rocks, and recognise how they are formed by different processes.
    • 1 Slide deck
    • 1 Worksheet
    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video

    The geology of the UK

    I can explain the formation and distribution of rocks in the UK, and understand how past tectonic activity shaped the landscape.
    • 1 Slide deck
    • 1 Worksheet
    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video

    GIS: Visualising the geology of the UK

    I can use GIS to visualise and analyse the UK's geology and the way this creates contrasting landscapes.
    • 1 Slide deck
    • 1 Worksheet
    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video

    Weathering and rocks

    I can explain the different types of weathering.
    • 1 Slide deck
    • 1 Worksheet
    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video

    Limestone landscapes

    I can identify the key features of limestone, and describe different limestone landscapes.
    • 1 Slide deck
    • 1 Worksheet
    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video

    The importance of soil

    I can explain what soil is made of, how it forms, and understand its importance.
    • 1 Slide deck
    • 1 Worksheet
    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video

    Fieldwork: Planning a soil enquiry and collecting data

    I can collect soil texture data on my school site.
    • 1 Slide deck
    • 1 Worksheet
    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video

    Fieldwork: Presenting soil data

    I can present soil texture data using creative techniques.
    • 1 Slide deck
    • 1 Worksheet
    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video

    Fieldwork: Analysing, concluding and evaluating soil data

    I can analyse and reflect on my soil data to create meaningful conclusions and an evaluation.
    • 1 Slide deck
    • 1 Worksheet
    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video

    Mass movement

    I can understand mass movement and know how gravity causes sediments to move downhill.
    • 1 Slide deck
    • 1 Worksheet
    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video

    Geology and the economy

    I can explain why geological resources are important to the economy, and where they come from.
    • 1 Slide deck
    • 1 Worksheet
    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video

    The impacts of using geological resources

    I can evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using geological resources and explain how they affect people and the environment.
    • 1 Slide deck
    • 1 Worksheet
    • 2 Quizzes
    • 1 Video

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