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US · High School

Earth and Space Sciences

Earth and Space Sciences

US · High School

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Unit 1 – Earth’s Place in the Universe

1.1 - Evidence for an Expanding Universe

1.2 - Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation

1.3 - Primordial Elemental Abundances

1.4 - Why Big Bang Best Fits the Data

2.1 - Nuclear Fusion in Stellar Cores

2.2 - Energy Transfer from Core to Space

2.3 - Solar Activity & Space Weather

2.4 - Stellar Spectra, Brightness & Motion

2.5 - Lifespan of the Sun

3.1 - From Cloud to Main Sequence

3.2 - Post‑main-sequence Pathways by Mass

3.3 - Element Formation up to Iron

3.4 - Supernovae & Heavy Elements

3.5 - Stellar Remnants

4.1 - Newtonian Gravity & Two‑body Orbits

4.2 - Kepler’s Laws of Planetary Motion

4.3 - Orbital Energy & Velocity

4.4 - Perturbations & Collisions

4.5 - Satellite Motion & Applications

5.1 - Evidence for Earth’s Age

5.2 - Accretion & Differentiation

5.3 - Impact Cratering Record

5.4 - Continental vs. Oceanic Crust Ages

5.5 - Plate Motions & Age Patterns

Unit 2 – Earth’s Systems

6.1 - Earth’s Spheres & Energy Flows

6.2 - Feedbacks in Earth Systems

6.3 - Scales of Processes & Landform Formation

7.1 - Interior Structure & Evidence

7.2 - Thermal Convection & Cycling of Matter

7.3 - Plate Boundaries & Surface Expressions

7.4 - Heat Flow & Plate Dynamics

8.1 - Weathering & Erosion Mechanisms

8.2 - Mass Wasting & Slope Evolution

8.3 - Coastal & Seafloor Features

9.1 - Hydrologic Cycle & Fluxes

9.2 - Physical Properties of Water

9.3 - Water as a Solvent & Chemical Agent

9.4 - Water & Sediment Transport

10.1 - Earth’s Energy Balance & Greenhouse Effect

10.2 - Atmospheric & Oceanic Circulation

10.3 - Natural Climate Drivers & Timescales

10.4 - Climate System Variables & Responses

10.5 - Carbon Cycle Reservoirs, Processes & Storage

10.6 - Coevolution of Earth’s Systems & Life

Unit 3 – Earth & Human Activity

11.1 - Resource Distribution & Availability

11.2 - Resources, Settlement & Development

11.3 - Costs, Risks & Benefits of Extraction

11.4 - Conservation, Recycling & Reuse

12.1 - Tectonic Hazards & Impacts

12.2 - Surface Process Hazards

12.3 - Severe Weather Hazards

12.4 - Hazards in Human History

13.1 - Land-use Change & Biogeochemical Effects

13.2 - Pollution, Biodiversity & Ecosystem Health

13.3 - Technological Solutions & Sustainability Trade‑offs

14.1 - Greenhouse Gases & Energy Balance

14.2 - Observed Climate Trends & Evidence

14.3 - Climate Models & Emissions Scenarios

14.4 - Projected Impacts on Earth Systems