Supplemental Activities (These are optional and not graded - please do not submit)

1. Research and write a paper about two famous earth scientists.

2. Research and write a paper about Mount St. Helens.

Lesson 1 Review

Directions: Answer each of the questions below.

1. Research and select an Earth Science topic that is interesting to you. Write a 2-3 paragraph summary on the topic, explaining it, and why you think it is interesting.

2. Explain the study of earth science, including its importance on society.

3. Define seismologist, oceanographer, geologist, meteorologist, and hydrologist. Use the key terms/concepts found in the supplemental section if needed.

4. Identify and discuss the various tools scientists use to study the earth.

5. Describe some of the natural hazards and disasters that can occur on earth, how they affect the earth and its population, and how these effects can be minimized.

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