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Lesson 26 of 84 ยท Earth Systems

Experiment

River Systems and Watersheds

What You'll Learn

Earth's magnetic field extends from the core into space, protecting us from solar wind. It creates the Van Allen radiation belts and causes auroras near the poles.

Key Words

  • earthquake
  • volcano

Materials Needed

  • rocks
  • sand
  • clay

Safety First

  • Do not taste any materials.
  • Wear safety goggles when mixing liquids.
  • Wash hands after handling materials.

Steps

Step 1 โ€” Read

Read and learn: Earth's magnetic field extends from the core into space, protecting us from solar wind. It creates the Van Allen radiation belts and causes auroras near the poles.

Step 2 โ€” Do

Follow the procedure carefully, step by step.

Step 3 โ€” Observe

Draw a picture of what you observe.

Step 4 โ€” Record

Answer the questions based on your data.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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