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*** SORRY, THIS ITEM HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED *** JR HIGH SCIENCE SEMESTER 2 (6 CDS) *** Out of Stock ***
Description: The perfect series for inquisitive minds that are eager to grow. Examine the effects of pollution and species extinction on nature's balance; study ecology, discover the natural forces that shaped and define the earth's weather and climate, and explore the universe! From nearby in space, the earth seems vast, but in the colossal scope of the universe it is a barely noticeable speck. It is, however, a unique speck--it is home to life as we know it. 6 Discs Include: 1. EARTH'S NATURAL RESOURCES - Study the importance of air, water, and soil as natural resources, and learn how pollution, acid rain, ozone depletion, the greenhouse effect, and the extinction of species impact nature's delicate balance.
2. ECOLOGY I - Learn why the plants and animals inhabiting an ecosystem such as a forest, grassland, or pond are dependent on one another for existence and study how their varied adaptations enhance their chances for survival.
3. ECOLOGY II - Explore some of the diverse ecosystem that make up our planet ,including deserts, swamps, seashores, and man-made communities.
4. THE EARTH - Explore the geologic timescale of the earth as you
uncover the structure and composition of our intriguing planet. Examine the
theory of plate tectonics and learn about uplifting, folding, faulting, and
volcanism.
5. UNDERSTANDING WEATHER AND CLIMATE - Learn the layers of the earth's
atmosphere and the properties of the gases that compose them; study the major
wind patterns of our atmosphere and the categories of clouds; define the four
major types of fronts, the major air masses, and the three major types of
storms.
6. THE UNIVERSE - From the apple that fell on Isaac Newton's head to modern-day space flights, this title presents a comprehensive look at the basics of astronomy and space exploration. Unravel the mysteries of the universe with explanations of how planets and stars are born.
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