Unit 6: Energy Resources & ConsumptionDeveloping Understanding:
This unit examines human use of renewable and nonrenewable sources of energy and its impact on the environment. Energy consumption differs throughout the world and the availability of natural energy resources depends on the region’s geologic history. Subsequent units will examine the impact of human activity on the atmosphere, land, and water. Essential Questions: How does embracing sustainable energy sources benefit us now and in the future? |
Calendar
Monday10/28
Topic: Patterns of Energy Use Activity 1 - Energy Calculations (move to Tuesday) Activity 2 - CO2 Audit (saved for unit 8) HW - Home Energy Audit Research Online Calculator - Energy Audit |
Tuesday10/29
Topic: Fossil Fuel Resources Activity 2 - NonRenewable Energy Whiteboards/ Matrix Activity 3 (HW) - Home Energy Audit Analysis Paper |
Wednesday10/30
Nuclear Energy Resources Activity 4 - Half Life Activity Activity 5 - Half Life Calculation Self Check Practice Reading Quiz Ch 12 |
Thursday10/31
Conservation, Efficiency, & Renewable Energy Activity 6 - Renew-a-bean Activity Activity 7 - Energy Calculations |
Friday |
11/4
UNIT TEST NOTEBOOK CHECK |
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Homework
ALL HOMEWORK IS DUE ON TEST DAY UNLESS SPECIFIED.
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REMINDERS |