LAC 28:CXXIII.2507. Earth’s Systems

A. Develop a model to illustrate how Earth’s internal and surface processes operate at different spatial and temporal scales to form continental and ocean-floor features. B. Analyze geoscience data to make the claim that one change to Earth’s surface can create feedbacks that cause changes to other Earth’s systems. C. Develop a model based on evidence of Earth’s interior to describe the cycling of matter by thermal convection. D. Analyze and interpret data to explore how variations in the flow of energy into and out of Earth’s systems result in changes in atmosphere and climate. E. Plan and conduct an investigation on the properties of water and its effects on Earth materials and surface processes. F. Develop a quantitative model to describe the cycling of carbon among the hydrosphere, atmosphere, geosphere, and biosphere. G. Construct an argument based on evidence about the simultaneous coevolution of Earth systems and life on Earth.