Plate Tectonics
6th Grade Science · 3 lessons
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Lessons
- 1Identifying MineralsMinerals are naturally occurring, inorganic solids with a crystalline structure and definite chemical composition. Minerals are identified by hardness, luster, color, streak, and cleavage.Experiment
- 2Glaciers and the LandGlaciers are massive bodies of ice that form from compacted snow. They shape landscapes by carving valleys, depositing sediment, and creating features like moraines and cirques.Experiment
- 3Hot and Cold DesertsDeserts receive less than 25 centimeters of rain per year. Hot deserts have extreme daytime temperatures, while cold deserts like Antarctica are dry but freezing.Experiment