The Production of palm oil and its effect on ecosystems
The Production of palm oil and its effect on ecosystems
By Caitlin Gittens EDP171
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Earth and space sciencesUse and influence of science
CommunicatingEarths surface changes over time as a result of
natural processes and human activity(ACSSU075)Science knowledge
helps people to understand the affect of their
actions(ASCHE062)Represent and communicate observation ideas and
findings using formal and informal
representations(ASSIS071)Processing and analysing data and
information.Compare results with predictions suggesting possible
reasons for findings(ACSIS216)
Year 4 Science Curriculum
By the end of Year 4 students should be able to:
Discuss how natural process and human activity to the Earths
surfaceDescribe the life cycle of a plant/animalFormal/informal
ways to communicate findings
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