Physical Geology
GLG 101
Spring 2012
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Physical Geology
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GLG 101
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Spring 2012
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Dates |
Topic |
Homework |
Reading Reflection Assignment |
1 |
1/17 & 1/19 |
Intro & Process of Science |
Introduction to Class |
Process of Science Reading (on WebCT) |
2 |
1/24 & 1/26 |
Process of Science & Plate Tectonic Overview |
Notebook 1 |
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3 |
1/31 & 2/2 |
Plate Tectonics & Earthquakes |
Introduction to Earthquakes |
National Geographic Article (On WebCT) |
4 |
2/7 & 2/9 |
Seismic Waves & Earth Interior |
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5 |
2/14 & 2/16 |
Mystery Boxes |
Plate Tectonic Concept Map |
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6 |
2/21 & 2/23 |
Magmas and Volcanoes |
Mystery Box Paper |
Volcano Narratives (on WebCT) |
7 |
2/28 & 3/1 |
Igneous Rocks |
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8 |
3/6 & 3/8 |
Silicates and other Minerals |
Notebook 2 |
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9 |
3/13 & 3/15 |
Spring Break |
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10 |
3/20 & 3/22 |
Weathering, Erosion and Sediments |
Mineral Uses |
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11 |
3/27 & 3/29 |
Sedimentary Rocks and Environments |
Sedimentary Environment Interpretation |
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12 |
4/3 & 4/5 |
Tectonic Processes & Metamorphic Rocks & Rock Cycle |
Notebook 3 |
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13 |
4/10 & 4/12 |
Relative Dating & Absolute Dating |
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14 |
4/17 & 4/19 |
Geologic Time |
Final Survey |
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15 |
4/24 & 4/26 |
Ice Ages & Climate Change |
Rock Cycle Concept Map |
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16 |
5/1 & 5/3 |
Putting it all together |
Notebook 4 |
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17 |
5/7, 9-10:50am |
Final Opportunity for Reflection |
**Please note that this schedule is subject to change--it is the responsibility of the student to monitor this schedule for any current updates that may be posted.**