In 1977, scientists discovered hot springs in the middle of deep, cold ocean waters near the Galapagos Islands. Scholars research the chemical reactions that explain what scientists found at the Lost City. A discussion connects many concepts and introduces new vocabulary.

Concepts

hydrothermal vents, chemical reactions, the galapagos islands

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Before the lesson, review convergent and divergent boundaries and hydrothermal vents
• Discuss what other areas of the earth scientists haven't investigated yet and what they might find when they do

Classroom Considerations

• Relies on prior knowledge of plate tectonics, pH, and temperature

Pros

• Contains cross-curricular connections to language arts, geography, and science
• Offers multiple extension ideas for those enchanted by the concepts
• Includes a vocabulary list students should include in their answers to ensure they are on the right track

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.9-10.1 RST.9-10.2 RST.9-10.4 RST.9-10.5 RST.9-10.7 RST.9-10.10 RST.11-12.1 RST.11-12.2 RST.11-12.4 RST.11-12.5 RST.11-12.7 RST.11-12.10