ENVIRONMENT sites, GEOLOGY AND EARTH SCIENCES sites directory
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ENVIROMENT - AIR, LAND, WATER, NATURAL DISASTERS, WEATHER ETC-
Environmental Fun and Games - Information, online fun and games, for kids of all ages. Environmental Science - Offers environmental news, issues, quizzes, facts, and links in a kid-friendly setting.
Awesome - explore tree biology and conservation, as well as track the impact of trees on weather. Young Environmentalist's - Tells kids what they can to do protect the environment. The Global Habitat Project - Environmental education by kids for kids. Kids for Saving Earth - great ways they can help take care of the earth. Kid's PlayStation - All kinds of weather information, science project ideas, Oceanography - "More than 70 percent of the planet is covered by water..." and this site is all about it.Earthzone - A children's site about the environment Kids in Action - learn how materials are recycled, tips on how you can help the environment, a word find, and experiments and activities to do at home. Wild Arctic Activities -Learn more about this chilly, frozen environment through mazes, puzzles, games, and other activities. Penguin -the mess people have made of our planet. He suggests how kids can help make things better for all of us. Tour of Biomes - Learn about tropical rain forests, tropical savannahs, deciduous forests, deserts, subarctic taigas, and polar tundras. WATER-Water cycle, properties & uses of water, water treatment in urban centers. STORMS AND HURRICANES-Tropical storms, how they move, how the environment is affected, and more. Includes illustrations and photos.
The Seasons - All about the four seasons of the year, what causes the seasons, and a description of seasonsal changes such as autumn leaves in temperate climates and hurricanes in tropical regions All About Geology:Links to sites about geology Geologist's Field List:Photographs; important facts; a list of essential or desirable locations for geologists or travelers to visit. It contains many of the interesting geological wonders of the world, with links for most of them Geologic Hazards Team (Earthquakes / Geomagnetic / Landslides):US Geological Survey (USGS) conducts research into the causes of geological phenomena such as landslides and earthquakes; interactive maps Geology Labs On-Line:Web-based lab activities that enhance the learning and teaching of Geology and other Earth Science by offering virtual learning activities GeologyLink:Breaking news on geologic events all over the world, the latest news and discoveries, hot topics, virtual field trips, interactive forums, an image gallery and more; this site has something for everyone, from preschoolers to professional geologists. Geology Museum: Displays minerals, rocks, fossils, a 6-foot globe, and a walk-through model of a Wisconsin limestone cave. EarthForce:Earthquake and Volcano facts and information Earthquake Information for Kids: Created especially for students; cool earthquake facts; earthquake history; earthquake ABC's and related terms; suggestions for science fair projects Earthquakes: LOTS of links to information sites about earthquakes Earthquake: Virtual Earthquake:An interactive computer program designed to introduce the concepts of how an earthquake epicenter is located and how the Richter magnitude of an earthquake is determined Earthquake Links:Links to sites which contain information about earthquakes More Earthquake Links:Lots of informational links to facts and information about earthquakes Plate Tectonics, the Cause of Earthquakes:Facts, information; graphics; photographs Recent Earthquakes in California and Nevada Today's Earthquake Activity:Track today's earthquake activity and predict the location of the next quake. Understanding EarthquakesComprehensive earthquake information; graphics; animation Earth's Interior:Facts and important information Earth's Interior:Continental drift, plate movement, volcanoes, earthquakes, important facts and information Earth's Interior:Diagrams, facts, important information; - beginner, intermediate, and advanced reading levels Geo-Globe:Geo-Layers, Discover what's below--and above--the Earth's surface with this matching game Geology: History of the Earth: Environments of Our Past:Photographs, important facts and informationGrand Canyon Explorer: The Geology of the Grand Canyon:How was it formed?Where did all the rock come from? Why does it look like it does? When did all this happen? GeoThermal:Facts and information GeoThermal Energy:Facts and information Geothermal Energy: The Plus Side of Volcanoes:Facts and information about geothermal energyImage Gallery of Landforms:Major kinds of landforms with a link to a picture or image. Introduction to Glaciation: Detailed site devoted to glaciers and their properties; see photos of many locales, as well as learn about the scientific aspects of glaciation; glossary Landforms; Bodies WaterDefinitions of the earth's landforms Diamonds: The Nature of Diamond:Facts, information, diagrams, photographs He Ain't Nothing But a Rock Hound, A Diggin' All The Time:Important facts and information about the study of rocks, links to other rock sites How Gems are Formed:This site examines the most common and important environments and formation processes of gems Rocks and Minerals: LOTS of links to sites about rocks and minerals LINKS to information about Rocks and Minerals Mamma's Minerals in Cyberspace: Provides resources on: A carefully selected and annotated list of resources on rocks and minerals fossils of dinosaurs, plants, creatures of the sea, and other land animals.; meteorites and tektites (pieces of glass that form when a large meteorite strikes the earth). Mineral and Gemstone Kingdom: Information on all types of gemstones; interesting facts about all minerals from A to Z; searchfor minerals not only alphabetically, but by color, chemical group, and other ways; Each mineral has a detailed description, information about its uses, its chemical formula, and colorful photos; dictionary Rocks and Minerals:Created by The Franklin Institute Science Museum; Photographs, important facts and information Rocks and Minerals: From the Kentucky Geological Society: a great deal of information on sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks; images of rocks; information on minerals, methods used in identifying minerals; photographs Rocky the Rock Hound:For K-6; Explore how sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks are made; facts and information; quiz; puzzle Smithsonian Gem and Mineral Collection:Photographs; facts and information How Volcanoes Work:An online resource that combines print information, movies, and interactive quizzes. Quicktime is required for viewing movies/animations Learning Web at the U.S. Geological Survey:Volcanoes in the Learning Web; Explore why and where volcanoes erupt. Smithsonian Institution - Global Volcanism Program:Documentations,Photographs, important facts and informationVolcanoes: Lots of links to information about volcanoes Volcanic and Geologic Terms:A glossary Volcano Observatory:Photographs, facts, figures, volcanic history, definitions, and descriptionsVolcanoes: Facts, information, photographs Volcanoes.com:Volcanoes listed by countries and then it has the volcano name; Click on the volcano see a picture and some history about the volcano; volcano images. Volcanoes Online:The Ultimate Guide to Volcanoes on the Net Volcano Photo Archives:Photographs, facts and information about world famous volcanoes Volcano World:Photographs, important facts and information, learn about volcanoes, information on parks and monuments VOLCANOES-Learn about volcanoes, plate tectonics and visit volcanoes around the world. VOLCANOES-More on mysteries Volcanoes, volcanoe pictures etc. VOLCANOES MADE EASY FOR KIDS-Easy to learn and fun. AMAZON RAIN FOREST-Explore the rainforest and people of the Ecuadorian Amazon. TORNADOES, EARTHQUAKES,DINOSAURS ETC- Learn more about them here. CNN Interactive: Earth Page:Articles about environmental issues Conservation International: Information about 25 of the World's Global Hotspots and most threatened environments; information about the organization Conservation Links: Links to sites that specialize in conservation EcoNet: Issues and articles facing the endangerment of our environmentEnvironmental News Network: Daily news and information on the environment and natural resources A Gallery of Ecosystem Exhibits from the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service: Photographs, facts and information Biomes and Habitats: Facts and informationabout the biomes listed, and a map which shows these biomes: boreal forest (taiga), desert, mountains, oceans, savanna, scrubland, temperate grassland, temperate forest. tropical rain forest. tundra Biomes of the World: Facts and information about the biomes listed, and a map which shows these biomes: Tundra, Boreal Forest, Temperate Forests, Midlatitude Grassland, Chaparral, Desert, Tropical Savanna, Tropical Forests, Alpine Ecosystems: From the Environment: A Global Challenge: Information about the following ECOSYSTEMS: Biome, Biosphere, Biotic Communities, Climates of ecosystems, Deserts, Habitats of ecosystems, Savanna, Species found within ecosystems, Studying Ecosystems, The Ecosystem, Tropical Rain Forests, Tundra Blue Planet Biomes Page: Links to sites with facts and informtion about: The Arctic and Antarctica, Tundra, Boreal Forest, Temperate Dedicuous Forest, Grasslands, Desert, Tropical Rainforest, Temperate Rain Forest. World Biomes: Facts, information, photographs about the following biomes: Forest Biome, Savanna Biome, Grassland Biome, Desert Biome, Tundra Biome AIRNOW: Real Time Air Pollution Data: Daily, regional ozone maps, health facts, real-time data by state, and ozone forecasts. Past ozone maps are available in Map Archives. Reducing air pollution tips.Air Pollution and Health Risks: Information on how researchers estimate the health risks of air pollution Pollution: LOTS of links to sites with information about pollution Wind and Sea: Links to sites that offer information about the ocean and ocean studies, our environment, and weather Burning Issues/Clean Air Revival: Important facts and information about how wood smoke pollutes the environment and the results on our health ABC's of Acid Rain: Facts and information about acid rainEarth's Life Needs the Greenhouse Effect: Facts and information Explore the Science of Global Warming: Provides basic, easy-to-read information about global warming The Greenhouse Effect Important facts and information; photographs; diagrams The Greenhouse Effect: Facts and information Inside the Greenhouse: Inside the Greenhouse articles concerning global warming. Links to other related sites Professor Polar Bear: Created for elementary students; includes facts and information about global warming, ask a scientist, related news, and more UN Environment Programs/Climate Change Information Kit : Basic facts on various aspects of climate change The Ozone Tour: The Discovery of the Ozone Hole; Recent Ozone Loss over Antarctica; The Science of the Ozone Hole; Latest Ozone Hole Research at Cambridge Acid Rain: Facts and information about acid rain Acid Rain: Facts and information about acid rain; information on how to make an acid rain tester Acid Rain Program's Home Page: Provides information on the Acid Rain Program -- a program designed to significantly reduce emissions responsible for acid deposition Amazon Interactive: Geography of the Ecuadorian Amazon; Ecotourism Simulation Game; Where is the Amazon? How rainy is the rainforest? Who lives there? Making a living Conservation and coffee Consumers Handbook for Reducing Solid Waste: U.S. EPA Student Center: This site describes how people can help solve a growing problem... garbage!'Garbage: How Can My Community Cut Down Waste? The Internet Consumer Recycling Guide: Facts and information about recycling Office of Solid Wastes: Kids' Pages: Online activities about recycling for students Plastic Bag Information Clearinghouse: Facts and information, fun for kids, important recycling news Recycle City: An interactive site; learn about recycling Recycling Links: (LOTS of Information!) Environment Links: Links to sites that specialize in the environment Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Theme Page: Links to resources where students can learn more about the 3 R's. In addition, teachers will find links to lesson plans from which they can draw when they're developing their own units. All in all, there are some 20 links to some excellent Environmental Education Network: Environmental educational resources for student SEARCHABLE by keywordEnviroNet: Articles: Resources and links about our environmentEverglades National Park: Important facts and information, sounds and photographsFrank Potter's Science Gems - Earth Science: Resource links for studentsGreen Peace International Home Page: Dedicated to articles and issues pertaining to the preservation of our environmentNational Wildlife Federation: Issues, news articles, magazines, publications, facts, and important information about environmental issuesRain Forest Network: Photographs, facts, and important information Rain Forest Workshop: Photographs, facts, and important informationENVIROMENT, GARBAGES AND RE-CYCLING- lots of helpful info for you. ENERGY-Learn about energy the fun way. Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network EARTHQUAKES-pictures, animations, exercises, and examples to teach you about earthquakes The U.S. Geological Survey home page Smithsonian Gem and Mineral Collection Understanding Our Planet Through Chemistry Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment (GLOBE)Environmental Resources Information Network Canadian Environmental Knowledge Network The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Wetlands Inventory Program Blue
Skies Hurricane Impacts on the Coastal Environment Space
Science and Engineering Center (SSEC) Realtime Data Himalayas - Where Earth Meets Sky Mount Everest American Expedition 1998World Mountain Encyclopedia Highest peaks, with photos American Society of International Law Wildlife Interest Group Base
de Dados Tropical Biodiversity
Conservation Network Biodiversity
Support Program Care2
Community
Research
affiliate of Earthwatch, provides funding for scientists
Center
for International Earth Science Information Network Columbia University Children's Environmental Trust CI-Brazil Cornell
Lab of Ornithology Earth
Systems Virtual Library The Ecological Society of America Econet Ecotrust Envirolink
Network The
Environment: A Global Challenge Environmental Education on the Internet Environmental
Web Directory Expert
Center for Taxonomic Identification The
Field Museum Global
Action Center INFORM
List of
endangered mammals indexed by species, species group, and country
International
Development Research Centre National
Geographic Society Songbird
Foundation UNESCO Virtual
Library of Ecology, Biodiversity and the Environment Voluntary
work service Voyage
through the Amazon World
Resources Institute World
Conservation Bookstore
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