Earth Systems Alberta Science 6 Vocabulary

The long-term patterns of weather in a particular area.

• Season

• Temperature

• Climate

• Weather

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Long-term changes in temperature, precipitation, and other climate patterns.

• Global Warming

• Climate Change

• Seasonal Change

• Weather Patterns

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

Gases in the atmosphere that trap heat, like carbon dioxide.

• Water Vapor

• Oxygen

• Greenhouse Gases

• Nitrogen

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

Natural events that can cause changes in climate.

• Volcanic Eruptions

• Tsunamis

• Landslides

• Earthquakes

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

A space rock that enters Earth's atmosphere.

• Asteroid

• Comet

• Meteorite

• Meteor

The development of industries, which can impact climate.

• Agriculture

• Industrialization

• Urbanization

• Deforestation

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Harmful substances released into the environment.

• Debris

• Contamination

• Pollution

• Waste

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Suitable for living.

• Inhabitable

• Habitable

• Sustainable

• Livable

The distance north or south of the equator, affecting climate.

• Elevation

• Altitude

• Longitude

• Latitude

The height above sea level, affecting climate.

• Elevation

• Latitude

• Depth

• Altitude

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6