Category: Earth studies

( I attached a example of what i need do)

Introduction

One of the requirements of PHSC 2 is to take a field trip! However, as this is an online class, it’s not easy to coordinate a whole class trip! So instead, you each get to design your own field trip and field trip guide pamphlet! The goal of your pamphlet is to guide a student or tourist along a route with 4 stops that relate to topics of the class (rock formations, lakes, etc). You do not have to physically GO to the stops. Use the internet!

The Project

A rubric is available and you can see it below. Use it to your advantage!

A picture and description of the stop should be described (pictures can come from the internet or if you decide to go yourself and use your own pictures, go for it!). Make sure to describe the formation(s) and use the correct terms found in our text. You should also include a screenshot of a map which outlines the trail or drive that will be done by the tourist. After completing your pamphlet, you will also submit a 1-2 paragraph reflection of the project.

Please note that the pamphlet example does not really describe the Earth Science/geology of the trip stops, so it’s not perfect. Also, while they cite their sources, Wikipedia is not a trustworthy source of information. You can use it for images, just not actual information here.

Your pamphlet should be set up as a trifold, resulting in 6 pages:

• The front page is your title and outline of stops and map
• The next 4 pages are your 4 stops (1 page per stop). At least one picture per stop.
• The final page should be a list of your sources. Your text is a great resource!

You can find templates for pamphlets all over the internet. Here are some links:

Things to include in your reflection:

• Where you chose to visit
• Why you chose the destination(s)
• Did you enjoy the project? Why or why not?
• Did you run into any difficulties? How did you solve them?
• Did you go your trip? If not, do you have any plans to do it?

Some ideas of destinations:

• The Grand Canyon
• Red Rock Canyon
• Valley of Fire
• Petrified Forest
• Death Valley
• Cajon Pass
• Joshua Tree
• Mount Baldy
• Big Bear
• Lake Arrowhead
• And more!

I truly want you all to have fun with the project. Any feedback you have will be greatly appreciated!

Im choosing

For my field trip project, I’m planning on focusing on the Mojave Desert, specifically places like Death Valley or Red Rock Canyon. I chose this area because it has a lot of unique geological features that connect directly to what we’ve been learning in class, like rock formations, erosion, and how climate affects the landscape. Since the desert environment is very dry and extreme, it’s a good example of how weathering and erosion happen over long periods of time. There are also features like dry lake beds and layered rocks that can show evidence of Earth’s past conditions.

The instructions of the assignment is in the Activity 3 file, my topic for this assignment is topic A, please follow all the instructions carefully and use the articles listed at the end for reference or to help with the assignment if it could help, also use the Rubric image attached to complete the assignment. Please also include the actual link to the sources you found so I can check it out on my own. Please send me if theres any question, thank you. Please also include image.

For this essay, chose a specific location on earth (other than coastal or mountain) with a landscape that you find to be interesting. Explain what type of landscape it is (glacial, desert, coastal plain, great plain, foothills, etc.) and explain the processes of weathering, erosion, and deposition led to the landscape. Include 3 photographs (1 for each process) to illustrate your discussion and include 2-3 examples of each process in your chosen location.

Please provide support for your statements in your assignment using at least 2 sources from the list below or from your own research using at least 2 reputable sources (consider using these search terms: weathering, erosion, deposition, humid landscapes, glaciated landscapes, desert landscapes).

• Johnson, C., Affolter, M., Inkenbrandt, P., & Mosher, C. (2017).
• (Sections 5.1 & 5.2 only). An introduction to geology. Salt Lake Community College.
• Johnson, C., Affolter, M., Inkenbrandt, P., & Mosher, C. (2017).
• . An introduction to geology. Salt Lake Community College.
• Johnson, C., Affolter, M., Inkenbrandt, P., & Mosher, C. (2017).
• . An introduction to geology. Salt Lake Community College.
• Johnson, C., Affolter, M., Inkenbrandt, P., & Mosher, C. (2017).
• . An introduction to geology. Salt Lake Community College.
• National Park Service. (2019, September 11).
• .

Submission Guidelines

• Your Critical Thinking document should include at least 2 reputable sources and be 2-3 pages in length to clearly convey the detail required. Work to demonstrate your understanding of the material from this course and, where necessary, include your sources.

The instructions of the assignment is in the Assignment 2 file, my topic for this assignment is topic A, please follow all the instructions carefully and use the articles listed at the end for reference or to help with the assignment if it could help, also use the Rubric image attached to complete the assignment. Please also include the actual link to the sources you found so I can check it out on my own. Please send me if theres any question, thank you. Please also include image.

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/z0tcyjopro4dcrzkuklh9/Lecture1_Chapter1_2025.mp4?rlkey=pyratb45045fsauuluhrqg2f3&e=1&st=o9dot08z&bmus=1&dl=0 Here are answers from Chatgpt: “Do you think the Earth is a living organism? Why or why not?” This is a thought-provoking question often linked to the Gaia Hypothesis, which suggests that Earth’s systems interact in a way that resembles a self-regulating organism. Arguments for Earth as a Living Organism: Self-Regulation: Earth’s climate, atmospheric composition, and ecosystems work together to maintain stability, much like how living organisms regulate their internal environments (homeostasis). Interconnected Systems: The biosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and geosphere interact dynamically, sustaining life and adapting to changes. Ecosystem Resilience: Earth has recovered from major extinction events, similar to how living organisms heal from injuries. Arguments Against Earth as a Living Organism: Lack of Reproduction: Living organisms reproduce, but Earth does not create offspring in the biological sense. No Metabolism: Earth does not consume food for energy as living organisms do, although it does cycle nutrients and energy. Non-Biological Nature: While it supports life, Earth itself is made of non-living materials, unlike biological organisms composed of cells. Conclusion: Earth is not a living organism in the biological sense, but it functions as a complex, self-regulating system that sustains life. Whether one considers it “alive” depends on how one defines life. Homework for chapter 1. Write a one-page response addressing the following questions: Summarize the key concepts presented in the lecture based on what you have learned. Compare your summary with ChatGPTs response. Identify which aspects were covered in the lecture and which were not. Do the uncovered aspects make sense? Are they important? Provide additional supporting evidence to strengthen either the arguments for or against the topic. Do you agree or disagree with the idea that Earth is a living organism? Explain your reasoning.