Assignment: Measuring the Age of Earth SC.7.E.6.3 Assignment

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3 activities: 3 games

25 min

Activity 1: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 5 min

Influence of the Oceans

Why is water colder the deeper you go? In this game, you will learn about convection and conduction with regards to the ocean. You will learn about how the ocean affects temperature and weather. You will observe simulated explanations of thermal energy and the oceans. Make sure you pay close attention. You will be asked questions at the end from the information you learn.

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Activity 2: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 7 min

Cycling of Matter and Energy on Earth (Mid)

Learn about matter cycles and energy flow in this illustrated walkthrough. You will learn about how Earth's four spheres interact with each other, and you will help maintain Earth's energy balance between its four spheres. You will use arrows to move clouds that will either absorb the sun's rays or let them pass and warm the Earth.

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Teacher Ratings (115) 4.0 stars.

Student Ratings (37393) 3.4 stars.

Activity 3: Instructional Game. Estimated duration: 13 min

Fossil Hunt

Have you ever wanted to be a fossil hunter? That's exactly what you'll do in this game. You will dig for fossils and sell them for money. You'll have to properly date them to get top dollar though! You will use the clues to choose the correct era and how many years ago the fossilized organism existed. You might come across some surprises underground as well. What will you find?

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Teacher Ratings (194) 4.2 stars.

Student Ratings (38517) 3.8 stars.