Earth's Climate System
Students will investigate the components of Earth's climate system and natural climate drivers.
Key Questions
- Explain the major components of Earth's climate system.
- Analyze natural factors that influence Earth's climate over geological time.
- Differentiate between weather and climate and their respective scales.
Common Core State Standards
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