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Lesson 42 of 84 · Earth Systems
ExperimentTypes of Rocks: Metamorphic (Part 2)
What You'll Learn
The carbon cycle describes how carbon moves through atmosphere, biosphere, oceans, and rocks. Human activities like burning fossil fuels add extra carbon to the atmosphere.
Key Words
- sediment
- fossil
- mineral
Materials Needed
- plastic tray
- magnifying glass
- newspaper
- spray bottle
Safety First
- Do not look directly at the sun or bright lights.
- Clean up spills immediately to prevent slipping.
- Use materials only as directed in the experiment.
Steps
Step 1 — Read
Read and learn: The carbon cycle describes how carbon moves through atmosphere, biosphere, oceans, and rocks. Human activities like burning fossil fuels add extra carbon to the atmosphere.
Step 2 — Do
Repeat the experiment two more times for accuracy.
Step 3 — Observe
Note any unexpected results.
Step 4 — Record
Share your findings with the class or a partner.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 3How do fossils form?