Grade 10 Science Q1 - Earth and Space Science
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Designed for Grade 10 learners, this course links Earth's internal dynamics to surface hazards and climate systems. Students investigate Earth's layers, mantle convection, plate-boundary mechanics, and the Philippines' unique tectonic setting using maps and real data. It also examines climate drivers, evidence of warming, local impacts like sea-level rise, and practical mitigation and renewable-energy strategies. Hands-on activities build map skills, data interpretation, and community-focused action planning.
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What you'll learn
- Gather information to describe and explain the structures of the Earth's interior and the role of gravity-driven convection in initiating plate movement.
- Describe the geological structures, movements, and natural events (volcanism, earthquakes) that occur at convergent, divergent, and transform plate boundaries.
- Identify the locations of major volcanoes, faults, and trenches on a map of the Philippine Archipelago and use current plate velocity to predict the archipelago's future position.
- Identify evidence of global warming and explain the distinct role of greenhouse gases in enhanced global warming and climate change.
- Describe the local impacts of global climate change in the Philippines (e.g., changes in weather patterns, sea-level rise) and suggest practical actions individuals can take to reduce their impact.
- Evaluate the necessity for sustainable management of the Philippines' natural resources and explain how increased societal use of renewable energies can mitigate global warming effects.