Q1 Worksheet 1.
2 - Concept Integration Science 7
ANSWER KEY
LESSON 1.1: What Is Earth Science?
Matching Branches:
1. C – Meteorology
2. B – Geology
3. D – Astronomy
4. A – Oceanography
Question 1:
Earth Science is considered Environmental Science because it studies Earth’s systems (geosphere,
hydrosphere, atmosphere, biosphere) and how humans interact with them, including issues like pollution,
climate change, and natural disasters.
Question 2:
“Scales of space and time” refer to the different sizes of areas and lengths of time studied in Earth science,
from small, short events (like volcanic eruptions) to large, long-term processes (like plate tectonics or
mountain formation).
Question 3:
Example of short timescale and large spatial scale:
- A tsunami (minutes to hours over thousands of kilometers).
LESSON 1.2: Scientific Thinking – Hypothesis, Theory, and Scientific Method
Part 1: Fill in the chart:
Hypothesis or
Statement Why?
Theory?
If soil nutrients increase, plant height It is a testable explanation or
Hypothesis
will also increase. prediction.
It is a well-tested explanation
All living things are made of cells. Theory
supported by evidence.
Plate tectonics explains the movement Supported by extensive data and
Theory
of continents. explains natural phenomena.
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Hypothesis or
Statement Why?
Theory?
If I increase pressure, the rock may melt
Hypothesis It is a testable prediction.
at a lower temperature.
Part 2: Scientific Method Steps (Correct Order):
1. Raise a question about the natural world
2. Do background research
3. Form a hypothesis
4. Conduct experiments
5. Collect and analyze the data
6. Decide whether the results support the hypothesis
7. Share results with the scientific community
LESSON 1.3: How Did Earth Begin? – The Big Bang and Nebular Theory
Part 1 – True or False (Correct if false):
1. False – The Big Bang Theory explains how the universe formed, not the Earth specifically.
2. True
3. False – The inner planets formed from rocks and metals, not gases and ice.
Part 2 – Sequence the Solar System Formation (Nebular Theory):
1. Solar Nebula
2. Gravitational Pull (gases pulled/condensed inward)
3. Accretion Disk
4. Protosun
5. Sun
6. Protoplanets
7. Planets
LESSON 1.4: Earth as a System – The Spheres
Part 1: Sphere Examples:
Sphere Example
Geosphere Mountains, rocks, soil
Atmosphere Air, clouds, oxygen, nitrogen
Hydrosphere Rivers, oceans, rain
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Sphere Example
Biosphere Animals, plants, humans
Part 2: What is the Lithosphere?
• The lithosphere is the rigid outer layer of the Earth, including the crust and uppermost mantle. It is
distinct from the geosphere as it focuses on the solid, tectonically active outer shell.
Question: How is the lithosphere different from the geosphere?
• The lithosphere refers specifically to the Earth's solid outer shell (crust and upper mantle), including
tectonic plates. The geosphere includes all solid Earth materials from the surface to the core.
Part 3: Hydrological (Water) Cycle Diagram Labels:
• Transpiration
• Evaporation
• Condensation
• Precipitation
• Infiltration
Energy for Earth System; People and the Earth System:
Q1: The Sun provides most of Earth's energy, which drives weather, climate, and sustains life through
processes like photosynthesis.
Q2: - People affect the Earth system through activities like deforestation and pollution.
- They can help protect it by recycling, conserving energy, and protecting ecosystems.
LESSON 1.5: The Face of the Earth – Ocean and Land Features
Ocean Floor Features:
• Continental Shelf
• Continental Slope
• Continental Rise
• Abyssal Plain
• Volcanic Arc
• Trench
• Seamount
Land Features (Continents):
Feature Location
Mountain Belts Edges of continents
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Feature Location
Cratons Interior of continents
Shields Surface of cratons
Stable Platforms Beneath platforms in cratons
