Introduction
Earth's crust is
-very thin compared to other layers
-about 30 km deep
-made of many different rocks and minerals
Let's explore the rocks and minerals in Earth's crust with this webquest. Click through the tabs to complete each task. Record information on your worksheet.
Task
Use the links in the Process tab to complete the webquest worksheet. Discover how texture and color can help you identify the stage a rock is in the rock cycle. Investigate crystal formations. Virtually test rocks to discover more about their elements.
Process
TEXTURES: http://www.harcourtschool.com/activity/science_up_close/201/deploy/interface.swf
COLORS: http://www.eduplace.com/kids/hmsc/activities/simulations/gr1/unitc.html
THE ROCK CYCLE: http://www.harcourtschool.com/activity/science_up_close/506/deploy/interface.swf
CRYSTALS: http://www.scholastic.com/play/flash/gamecrystals.swf
TESTING ROCKS: http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/scienceclips/ages/7_8/rocks_soils_fs.shtml
Evaluation
Classwork Score: _________/100
Assessment Score: _______/100 (Quiz Score)
Turn in your completed webquest worksheet to the wood tray.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You have completed the Rocks and Minerals Webquest!!!!
Now, you can explore the underground mysteries of Earth's crust: CAVES. http://www.eduplace.com/kids/hmsc/activities/simulations/gr4/unitc.html