This module provides information on the structure of the Earth and how rocks and landforms are formed.
Objective
1. describe the structure of the Earth.
2. discuss formation of rocks.
3. distinguish the different kinds of rocks.
4. discuss the different movements of rocks that lead to the formation of different
landforms.
5. explain the formation of the continents using evidences that support the continental drift theory, sea-floor spreading hypothesis, and plate tectonic
theory.
6. analyze the cause of the different natural phenomena such as volcanic eruption and earthquake.
7. discuss how soil is formed and transferred to other places and how it affects the environment.
8. suggest precautionary measures in cases of earthquake, volcanic activity and
other hazardous natural phenomena.
Curriculum Information
Education Type
K to 12
Grade Level
Grade 9, Grade 6
Learning Area
Science
Content/Topic
Earth and Space
Intended Users
Learners, Students
Competencies
Enumerate what to do before during and after earthquake and volcanic eruptions
Describe the different types of volcanoes
Describe the distribution of active volcanoes earthquake epicenters and major mountain belts
Describe the different types of plate boundaries
Explain the different processes that occur along the plate boundaries
Describe the internal structure of the earth
Describe the possible causes of plate movement
