SCIENCE – GEOMORPHOLOGY - GEOLOGICAL TIME - PALEONTOLOGY

GEOMORPHOLOGY WEBQUEST TASK

Research erosion and weathering and develop a pamphlet/handout to make the factors and forces of weathering and erosion understandable to the Planning and Development Department of council looking at at area to subdivide for industrial use.

Background Information

The earth is in a constant struggle with itself as natural forces build it up and break it down. Erosion and weathering are all around us. Even though you may not recognize it the forces of erosion and weathering are constantly shaping the earth.

Process

The main question is, how do the facts about erosion and weathering play a part in the decisions to be made about new developments?

1. You will have the role of a Geologist working for council

2. Use the resource links below to find out about weathering and erosion.

3. Take notes on the note taking page supplied, also answering the questions.

4. After you have become an expert, you will work in a pair to create either an information pamphlet or booklet.

Pamphlet

A pamphlet is usually a full piece of paper that has been folded into three sections on which information is presented. You can use Microsoft Publisher to create your pamphlet.

Your teacher will show you a quick "how-to" before you begin.

Booklet

You also have the option of creating a booklet made up of 4 half sheets (2 full sheets) of paper. This will contain all the required information in the form of a book so make sure you organize and title your pages.

RESOURCE LINKS - WEATHERING AND EROSION
A. What's the Difference?
B. Weathering
C. Erosion

FORMS OF WEATHERING
A. Two Kinds of Weathering
B. Weathering

HOW THE ELEMENTS CHANGE ROCKS
A. Ice Wedging
B. Caves, deltas, dunes and arches

Geologist’s Notes Name ______

After viewing the websites for the role of the Geologist, write your notes on these pages.

These are just notes to help you remember the important information so you do not need to write

in complete sentences.

1. What are weathering and erosion?

WEATHERING / EROSION

2. Define the 2 types of weathering.

Type of weathering / Describe what happens

3. How do water and ice change rocks?

4. How can these factors affect the weathering of the land?

a.  Wind and waves

b.  Plants and roots

c.  animals