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Earth Science Resources

Fundamentals of Physical Geography-Fluvial Geomorphology
http://www.geog.ouc.bc.ca/physgeog/contents/11i.html
This site describes how water works. It contains descriptions of the fluvial processes with diagrams and pictures and includes definitions of terms.
http://www.geog.ouc.bc.ca/physgeog/contents/table.html
This site contains the table of contents for Fundamentals of Physical Geography which includes the above chapter.
Michigan Dept of Environmental Quality, Geology in Michigan / The Rock Cycle in Michigan
htp://www.michigan.gov/deq/0,1607,7-135-3308_3582---,00.html
Many interesting facts about Michigan's unique geology from visiting the links on this page.All of the items listed below are included on the Rock Cycle in Michigan CD. The Rock Cycle CD was created to help earth science educators make learning about Geology in Michigan easier and more enjoyable.
Regional Earth Science Applications Center
http://resac.gis.umn.edu
This site focuses on the upper Midwest research and remote sensing in the areas of agriculture, forestry, land use, water and data.
Northern Lights
http://www.keweenawimage.com/aurora.html
This site contains current updates and projects future Northern Lights activity.
National Oceanographic and Atmosphere Administration Sites
http://coastwatch.glerl.noaa.gov/
This site is the NOAA CoastWatch Great Lakes Node for Great Lakes satellite imagery and data.
http://www.sec.noaa.gov/pmap/index.html
This POES site shows current auroral activity.
Space Weather
http://www.spaceweather.com/
This site contains science news and information about the Sun-Earth environment. Information includes space weather, solar flares, auroras, near earth asteroids, geomagnetic storms, and space observation news and reports.
Images of the Great Lakes Region as Seen from Space
http://www.seagrant.wisc.edu/greatlakes/GlacialGift/space.html
Site prepared by Wisconsin Sea Grant and contains photographs from space of landscapes, cities, bays and waterways in the Great Lakes region.
http://www.naaee.org/npeee/learner_guidelines.php
Michigan Recycles Website
http://www.michiganrecycles.org/
This site contains information about recycling in Michigan and includes publications and events
United States Geological Service
http://waterdata.usgs.gov/nwis/
Information provided includes surface water, ground water and water quality sites with some real-time data included. These pages provide access to water-resources data collected at approximately 1.5 million sites in all 50 States, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico.
Water Science for Schools
http://ga.water.usgs.gov/edu/index.html
Great site! Offers information on many aspects of water, along with pictures, data, maps, and an interactive center where you can give opinions and test your water knowledge.
Groundwater Foundation
http://www.groundwater.org/
The is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to informing the public about one of our greatest hidden resources, groundwater. Since 1985, our programs and publications present the benefits everyone receives from groundwater and the risks that threaten groundwater quality. We make learning about groundwater fun and understandable for kids and adults alike.
National Ground Water Association
http://www.ngwa.org/educator/educator.html
List of ground water resource materials to help elementary and secondary education professionals prepare lesson plans on the subject of ground water. These materials may also be useful to anyone interested in informing themselves and others about ground water.
USGS Water Resources. USGS Water Resources Education Resources http://water.usgs.gov/education.html
This site offers numerous educational tools and resources on geology, hydrology, and the environment. There are links to geology, mapping, water and biology education products and activities; information on water science; and many environmental concerns.