ORIGIN AND STRUCTURE OF THE EARTH

Reymark O. Maglinte
Name: ____________________________ HUMSS 5 Date: ___________
Section: ___________ 09/ 09/23 Score: _______

ACTIVITY 1: EARTH’S SUBSYSTEMS

“Connect the Spheres: Earth’s Systems Interactions”

All Earth processes result from the flow of energy and the cycling of matter within and among
the planet's systems. This energy is derived from the sun and Earth's hot interior. The flowing energy
and cycling matter produce chemical and physical changes in Earth's materials and living organisms.

I. Learning Objectives:
In this activity, you will be able to create a concept map and use it to explain how the Earth's
subsystems are interconnected.

II. Materials:
Pen/Pencil Paper Camera/Mobile Phone with camera

III. Instruction:
1. Step outside of your house where you can observe the open space and the environment. Bring a
pen/pencil and paper, and jot down your observations by completing the following table. Please
provide a minimum of two (2) observations. [8 points]

Things that belong to Things that belong to Things that belong to Things that belong to
Biosphere Lithosphere Hydrosphere Atmosphere

 I see trees  I see mountains  I saw river

providing shelter  I see clouds in
rising high flowing. the sky.
and food for birds. above the  The water in  The rays of the
 I see people ground. the river is not
walking around sun reflects
 I notice rocks that clean. goldish color.
doing their stuff. and soil under
 I see big and my feet.
small houses,
built in different
materials.

2. From your list, select one organism that belongs to the biosphere and demonstrates its
interconnectedness with the other three subsystems (hydrosphere, atmosphere, lithosphere). Keep in
mind that the sequence can be rearranged to match your observation. [12 points]

Biosphere Lithosphere Hydrosphere Atmosphere

Human do Human Human do
Human tricking and swim in the sky diving
mountain river
climbing.

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3. Take picture of your selected organism. Print out an image of your chosen organism and affix it to
the corresponding part of Earth's system to which it belongs.
4. Create a concept map to illustrate how the organism you have chosen is interconnected with Earth's
subsystems. Concept maps are visual tools used to represent information, often in the form of charts,
graphic organizers, or flowcharts. You will be graded using the following rubric.

1 Point 2 Points 3 Points 4 Points Score

Concept Many keywords and Many keywords and Most keywords and All keywords and concepts
concept from the map concept from the concepts from the map necessary to promote an
are missing. map are covered are covered in a overview of the map are
Organization is and are somewhat meaningful way and are used and well organized
confusing. organized. thoughtfully organized to give added meaning
Connection Connections aren’t Connections are Connections are clear and Connections indicate
clear, they convey a somewhat clear and logical. They connect superior organization and
little meaning and do convey some concepts to promote enhance meaning.
not promote clarity. meaning. clarity and convey
meaning.
Accuracy Many links are A few links are Few to no errors are No errors are evident
incorrect indicating incorrect evident
poor understanding
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5. Place your output in the space provided [12 points].

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7. With your concept map above, explain how the organism you have chosen is interconnected with
Earth's subsystems. Limit your answer to five (5) sentences only. [8 points]
Humans are closely connected to Earth's subsystems in several simple ways: We rely on the land
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(part of the lithosphere) for living space, agriculture, and resources like minerals and fuels. We
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need water from rivers, lakes, and underground (part of the hydrosphere) for drinking and
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farming. Our water use and pollution affect these sources. We breathe the air (part of the
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atmosphere) for survival. However, we produce pollution and gases that can harm the air quality
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and climate. We are part of the biosphere, where all living things exist. Our actions, like
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deforestation and hunting, impact other species and ecosystems. Our activities, like burning fossil
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fuels, contribute to climate change, which affects weather patterns and sea levels (related to the
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atmosphere and hydrosphere).
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You will be graded according to the following rubric.

1 Point 2 Points 3 Points 4 Points Score
Content The essay shows little The essay is The essay is sufficiently The essay is fully focused
or no focus and the minimally focused. focused and contains and contains a wealth of
ideas are unclear, The provided some ideas and ideas and examples. The
irrelevant, or examples are examples. The response writer uses scientific
repetitive. The vague or general is generally appropriate to reasoning to addresses
response is and the response the purpose. ideas and arguments.
incomplete or too demonstrates
brief. minimal awareness.
Organization The organization is The organization is The organization is The organization of ideas
inappropriate. The generally appropriate and the supports the writer’s
response may lack a appropriate and the sequencing of ideas is focus. Ideas are grouped
clear introduction or ideas are clearly logical. in a logical manner.
conclusion. sequenced, but
may be repetitive.
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