The Core- Video Assignment

Watch The Core. Write a paper outlining which events occurring in the film appear scientifically plausible and which ones appear implausible. Research the possibilities using the Internet links below. Support your arguments.

Paper will have 4 paragraphs:  Introduction, 2 body, Conclusion.  You will use the John Colllins format for your assignment.

Directions for paper by class.....

Extensions- Type 3: 90 points

FCA #1 Three (3) plausible examples (30 pts)
FCA #2 Three (3) implausible examples (30 pts)
FCA #3 Three (3) vocabulary terms from Chapter 5 (30 pts)

Honors- Type 3: 100 pts

FCA #1 Four (4) plausible examples (40 pts)
FCA #2 Four (4) implausible examples (40 pts)
FCA #3 Four (4) vocabulary terms from Chapter 5 (20 pts)

Foundations- Type 3: 60 points

FCA #1 Two (2) plausible examples  (20 pts)
FCA #2 Two (2) implausible examples (20 pts)
FCA #3 Two (2) vocabulary terms from Chapter 5 (20 pts)

Useful Links for research.....

The Core
View the trailer for the film, find out about the crew in the movie or the one that created the film, watch video clips and interviews, and investigate the effect something like this would have on mother nature.
Source: Paramount Studios
Nuclear Planet
This site about natural nuclear fission reactors, and nuclear geophysics was created by J. Marvin Herndon, the scientific advisor for the Core.
Conversation for Exploration
You can listen to audio clips, as well as read this interview with J. Marvin Herndon.
Source: The Laura Lee Show
Teaching About The Earth’s Magnetism
This is an excellent tutorial on the Earth’s magnetism. This is the final section of 3-part series, which deals with the earth’s core and the magnetic poles. Don't stop there, however, because the first two parts are equally fascinating.
Source: Dr. David P. Stern
Putting a New Spin on Earth's Core
Read this fascinating article about the Earth’s core and its magnetic fields.
Source: Harvard University Gazette
Earth's Poles Begin Magnetic Reversal
It looks as though it’s time for the poles to shift again. Will it happen quickly or will it take thousands of years? How will this effect the Earth? Find out the answer and more.
Source: The Antarctic Connection
Bad Astronomy
 This link will give you information about the science behind the movie