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. …
Layer It On: Build Your Own Stratigraphy
This activity simulates the natural formation of layered rock sequences from various sedimentary particles. By understanding the environments that lead to the creation of different …
Go with the Flow: Permeability Demonstration
This activity provides students with a simple and effective way to visualize permeability. It allows them to evaluate how the composition of soil and rock …
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 …
Pack It In: Grain Packing Competition
This activity is designed to help students understand the concept of porosity and its influence on the storage of fluids in the subsurface. Through hands-on …
