令人興奮的地球科學：寶石、貴金屬、礦物和採礦地質學

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Welcome to the "Exciting Earth Science" series, which focuses on some of the most dramatic physical forces on Earth, with the aim of making learning fun and exhilarating. I think making lessons enjoyable and bringing science to life is the best way to get kids engaged and learning without realising it. These classes focus on the Geology and Geophysics part of Earth Science. No previous experience necessary. 

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This class will discuss where precious materials come from and how they are made. We start by looking at the formation of the Earth from Stardust as the source of most of the original elements found in and on the Earth. We then look at Diamonds, Gold, Platinum, Uranium, Gemstones and other precious materials and look at where they are found and how they are mined and refined. We explore the diverse range of geological processes that create these very different precious metals and gem stones and think about why they are valuable. By the end of the class the student should know what the most precious materials are and where to find them! Perfect for all the budding mining geologists, explorers and prospectors out there.

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I use powerpoint presentations for all my classes, so I can mix text and multimedia and make the class more interesting. This class will be run using an "intro-discussion-repeat" format. This means I will take a few minutes to introduce a topic, using images or videos wherever appropriate in order to bring the subject alive. Then we will pause to take questions and make sure everyone is keeping up. Then we'll move on to the next exciting sub-topic and supporting material, and then pause for questions after that one too. This means that you can enjoy the class however you like. Speak up and get involved and ask questions, or just listen and enjoy with no pressure. If you like this class then you check out my full "Earth Science" courses, with subjects cherry picked to choose the most interesting, accessible and relevant Earth Science subjects for kids, so they learn to enjoy exploring the world around them.

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This class can be taken on its own, but is best understood along with my other "Exciting Earth Science" classes on: 
1) Exciting Earth Science: Sedimentary Rock Layers, Petrified Animals & Drowned Forests
2) Exciting Earth Science: Geological Time, Continental Drift, Pangea & the Fossil Record
Please see my other class listings for more lessons in the School of Hard Rocks!