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| GRADE 9 - 12 |
| EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE BODY OF KNOWLEDGE |
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Standard 6: Earth Structures
The scientific theory of plate tectonics provides the framework for much of modern geology. Over geologic
time, internal and external sources of energy have continuously altered the features of Earth by means of both
constructiv e and destructive forces. All life, including human civilization, is dependent on Earth's
internal and external energy and material resources. |
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BENCHMARK CODE |
BENCHMARK |
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SC.912.E.6.1 |
Describe and differentiate the layers of Earth and the interactions among them. |
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SC.912.E.6.2 |
Connect surface features to surface processes that are responsible for their
formation. |
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SC.912.E.6.3 |
Analyze the scientific theory of plate tectonics and identify related major
processes and features as a result of moving plates. |
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SC.912.E.6.4 |
Analyze how specific geologic processes and features are expressed in Florida and
elsewhere. |
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SC.912.E.6.5 |
Describe the geologic development of the present day oceans and identify commonly
found features. |
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SC.912.E.6.6 |
Analyze past, present, and potential future consequences to the environment
resulting from various energy production technologies. |
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| News and Views |
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| News Items |
February 1, 2012
Fuel Cell Today update.
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January 13, 2012
Sewer Agenda.
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December 23, 2011
Scientist: Water account overdrawn.
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Novemver 14, 2011
Submission to the Citrus County Commissioner, 14 November, 2011.
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October 25, 2011
Letter dated 19 October 2011 entered into the Public Record at a meeting of
the Citrus County BOCC.
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October 9, 2011
Submission to the Citrus County Director of Water Resources for discussion on Wednesday 12 October, 2011.
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September 23, 2011
Response to the Governor's Office 23 September, 2011.
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August 14, 2011
The future of our fresh water is in our hands.
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