Section outline

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    Overview of the Unit 2

    Welcome to Unit 2 of the Scientific English!  In Unit 1 you investigated why the Earth is getting warmer, and also learned about the topic of climate change.  In this unit, you will examine the chemistry of climate change.  Through readings and videos, you will explore how different chemicals and gases affect the environment, with a focus on the greenhouse effect.  You will also learn how to use the present progressive and the language of cause and effect to explain climate change and its causes.

    ·         Learning Objectives

    By the end of this week, you will:   

    • Become familiar with the greenhouse effect
    • ·         Be able to identify several causes of climate change
    • ·         Use the present progressive
    • ·         Understand the language of cause and effect
    • ·         Read, watch, and listen to a variety of texts and multimedia sources.