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NotesESSTopic 1.2The Earth as a system
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The Earth as a system

IB Environmental Systems and Societies • Unit 1

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Define

Give the precise meaning of key terms related to The Earth as a system.

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Describe

Give a detailed account of processes or features in The Earth as a system.

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Explain

Give reasons WHY — cause and effect within The Earth as a system.

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Evaluate

Weigh strengths AND limitations of approaches in The Earth as a system.

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Present arguments FOR and AGAINST with a balanced conclusion.

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