This online simulation of the Earth’s structure can be used
in class as it provides an online interactive method of learning about the
Earth’s interior. The mouse-over tool allows the student to hover over the part
of the earth and an information box will appear in which they can use to answer
a worksheet designed to coincide with this online activity. Students can
discuss how technological advances have led to find out structure of the Earth.
In terms of syllabus links they are as follows:
PFA - Outcome 4.3: A
student identifies areas of everday life that has been affected by scientific
developments
4.3 The applications
and uses of science
c) Identify and describe examples where technological
advances have impacted on science
Outcome 4.9: A
student describes the dynamic structure of the Earth and its relationship to
other parts of our solar system and the universe
4.9.3 The structure
of the Earth:
a) describe the inner structure of the Earth in terms of
core, mantle, crust and lithosphere.
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