The Dynamic Earth: Rocks and Mountains · Physical Systems
The Rock Cycle and Irish Geology
Exploring how sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks are formed and where they are found in Ireland.
Key Questions
- 1How does the geological history of Ireland explain our current landscape?
- 2What can the presence of specific rocks tell us about a region's past?
- 3In what ways do humans depend on different rock types for survival and industry?
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
NCCA: Primary - Natural EnvironmentsNCCA: Primary - Rocks and Soils
Class/Year: 6th Year
Subject: Global Perspectives and Local Landscapes
Unit: The Dynamic Earth: Rocks and Mountains
Period: Physical Systems
Suggested Methodologies
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