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2.01 Analyze the dependence of the physical properties of minerals on the arrangement and bonding of their atoms. 2.02 Analyze the historical development of the theory of plate tectonics. 2.03 Investigate and analyze the processes responsible for the rock cycle: 2.04 Analyze seismic waves including velocity and refraction to: 2.05 Create and interpret topographic, soil and geologic maps using scale and legends. 2.06 Investigate and analyze the importance and impact of the economic development of earth's finite rock, mineral, soil, fossil fuel and other natural resources to society and our daily lives: 2.07 Analyze the sources and impacts of society's use of energy.
 * ~ Competency Goal 2: The learner will build an understanding of lithospheric materials, tectonic processes, and the human and environmental impacts of natural and human-induced changes in the lithosphere. ||
 * **Objectives**
 * Analyze the origin, texture and mineral composition of rocks.
 * Trace the path of elements through the rock cycle.
 * Relate rock formation to plate tectonics.
 * Identify forms of energy that drive the rock cycle.
 * Analyze the relationship between the rock cycle and processes in the atmosphere and hydrosphere.
 * Infer Earth's internal structure.
 * Locate earthquake epicenters.
 * Measure earthquake magnitude.
 * Evaluate the level of seismic activity in North Carolina.
 * Availability.
 * Geographic distribution.
 * Conservation/Stewardship.
 * Recycling.
 * Environmental impact.
 * Challenge of rehabilitation of disturbed lands.
 * Renewable and non-renewable sources.
 * The impact of human choices on Earth and its systems. ||