156 Earth Science Labs



Get A Half Life
The theory of how half life break-down works is very mathematical. But it can also be modeled for us to see with simple materials. As you do this lab, try to ask yourself, How is what I'm doing like the decay of a radioactive nuclide?

Intro To Plate Tectonics

Intro To Plate Tectonics

Locating An Epicenter

New Madrid Earthquake

[Answer Sheet] Pangaea Evidence

Shadow Zone

Subduction Boundary Lab
In this lab activity, you will plot and compare actual earthquake foci data from two areas where subduction is currently occurring. One of the areas includes the Tonga Islands in the southwest Pacific Ocean. The other area is along the coastline of Chile.

Topography Lab In 3-D
Students can use foam sheets or trays, or they can use corrugated cardboard to make a three dimensional step model of a real New York State landscape. (Or you can use a local USGS Topo map.) The file includes the lab, a map, a key and teaching tips.

Tracking Hurricane Isadore
Students will plot the track of hurricane Isadore and issue hurricane and tropical storm warnings.