Consider the following: Imagine that you are sharing information with someone who is not familiar with earth science, how would you describe the following to them?  Choose images to assist in your explanation.

Write a 300 word response in which you answer the following questions:

  1. Where is Earth located in relation to the sun?
  2. How are the seasons controlled by this relationship with the sun? How does this relationship change for different locations on the planet?
  3. What are the properties of the atmospheric layers? How do these layers help to sustain life on the planet? How thick are each of these layer?
  4. Can you provide two different map projections of how to find Fort Walton Beach, Florida.