Global Tectonics and Geological Structures. The structure of the Earth and magnetism, Earthquakes and their distribution, continental drift, sea floor spreading, plate tectonics and hotspots and the position of the Earth within the solar system. Also included is a section on structural geology which includes folds, faults, joints and unconformity. Environmental Geology. You will learn about the Earth’s natural resources. Ranging from Oil, Coal and Natural Gas to Britain’s water supply. We also look at metallic mining and how Geology is used in Engineering. Evolution of Life, Earth & Climate. Provides you with insight about the evolution of life beginning in the Cambrian Period over 500 million years ago. We follow the development of life until the extinction of the dinosaurs 65 million years ago. You will also look at how the Earth’s climate has changed throughout time. The Rock Cycle – Rock Forming Processes and Products.The rock cycle and the differences between rock groups. Practical Skills. practical and investigative skills within the different contexts encountered during your course.
Name: Geology A Level Qualification title: GCE A Level Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Awarding - Created 20161003 10:52:49 Updated 20161003 11:30:40
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