CO2 Emissions from Fossil Fuels at the Global Scale
This activity examines carbon dioxide emissions related to fossil fuel consumption. Students will use data from the Statistical Review of World Energy, an industry benchmark …
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Lessons & Activities
Hydraulic Fracturing Experiment With Jell-O
During this hands-on activity, students will simulate hydraulic fracturing of a well to visualize how rocks can fracture when fluids are injected at high pressure. …
Climate Analysis Using Planktonic Foraminifera
This lesson demonstrates how scientists analyze microfossil (foraminifera) data to interpret climate change through geologic history. Data-driven activities can help students enhance their critical thinking …
Hydraulic Fracturing Lesson
Hydraulic Fracturing is a method of retrieving petroleum and natural gas that is trapped in the pore space of geologic formation deep underground. The engineering …
