Thank you for posting the first definitions Joyce and Paula! I enjoyed reading your notes, Joyce, and see that you have become a Notability professional, Bravo! Here's my definition, taken from Elementary Globe.
The Earth as a System
When discussing Earth, scientists often organize it into five "spheres": the atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere, cryosphere, and biosphere. These spheres are connected to each other in a complex web of processes. Instead of focusing on the individual parts of the Earth, Earth System scientists use chemistry, biology, and physics to study the cycles that connect these spheres with each other and with the energy from the Sun, which ultimately drives all of the processes.
Looking forward to reading others and merging them into one superb idea!
I leave you with a picture from our field trip to the Hawaii Nature Center this year. We were learning about ESS! It also kind of fits with your graphic, Joyce:-)
Hi Katie,
ReplyDeleteI like you definition of ESS as it makes a broader understanding more definitive and has the key elements of what I understand to be ESS. I think when we get together to formulate a cohesive definition for our project, the key words might be examined (interdisciplinary, systems approach, relationships between spheres, etc). Thanks for your contribution. Hope your summer is going well with the visitors!
Paula
Hi Katie,
ReplyDeleteI really like your definition. It has the key elements and to the point. I would go along with your definition rather than adding a new one to the blog. Thanks for sharing! Hope you are having with your families!
Aloha,
Kalei