"The Climate Puzzle"

Planet Earth (Annenberg Media)
Scientists piece together the history of Earth's changing climate. (57:26)

By the conclusion of the video you will be able to:

  • Describe how geoscientists use cave features, lake and ocean sediments, and ice cores to decipher past changes in climate.

  • Describe the astronomical theory for glaciation.

  • Explain how organisms impact the composition of the atmosphere.

  • Describe human activities that alter the composition of the atmosphere

Activity Sheet - For proper delivery you are required to:

  • enter my name and email address (mritter@uwsp.edu) into the form and,

  • use your UWSP email address.

I suggest printing the activity sheet (or writing the questions on a piece of paper) to take notes while watching the video, then enter your answers after viewing.

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