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Australia's Maritime Jurisdiction themed addition to GAV A3 map series commissioned by Communications & Governance Section for educational purposes. Not for sale or general release.

Stratovolcanoes are steep-sided volcanoes that can erupt explosively eg. Mt St Helens. See internal and external volcanic features, plot the path of lava flows and see the risk faced by local towns. This product comprises one set of thirty A4 stratovolcano paper models, ready to cut out and construct a 3D model. Assembly instructions included. Suitable for primary level Years K-6 and secondary level Years 7-10.

The Map Reading Guide is an ideal resource for a wide range of map users and is an excellent and simplistic introduction to topographic maps which are suitable for anyone with an interest in maps. It contains: - an explanation of what is a topographic map - steps on how to read topographic maps, including explanations of map scale and how to use a map scale to calculate distance - the differences between grid north, true north and magnetic north - an explanation of symbols used on topographic map symbols - how hills and mountains are shown on maps using relief shading, hypsometric tinting, and contours - what a datum is and why there are different datum - explanations of the difference between geographic and grid coordinates - how to quote grid references from topographic maps - how to plan a successful trip using topographic maps - using Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers and magnetic compasses with topographic maps - using a topographic map to find your current position and to set a course. This product is the guide/map roamer card combination.

3D images and text describing Australia's Southeast Marine Region

Educational factsheet about direct-use of geothermal energy - what it is, why do it, where can it be done, international figures for direct-use of geothermal energy and opportunities for using geothermal energy directly in Australia. Mini-abstract on factsheet as follows: Geothermal energy is a natural source of heat contained within the Earth, and it can be extracted and used either indirectly to generate electricity, or directly for heating applications. There are some examples of geothermal direct-use projects in Australia already and there is significant potential for additional domestic, industrial and commercial applications.

Educational factsheet summarising geothermal systems (hydrothermal and Hot Rock systems), advantages of geothermal power generation in Australia, geothermal power generation systems, and future electricity generation in Australia using geothermal energy. The mini-abstract on the factsheet is as follows: Geothermal energy is the heat contained within the Earth and it can be used to generate electricity by utilising two main types of geothermal resources. Hydrothermal resources use naturally-occurring hot water or steam circulating through permeable rock, and Hot Rock resources produce super-heated water or steam by artificially circulating fluid through the rock. Electricity generation from geothermal energy in Australia is currently limited to an 80kW net power plant at Birdsville in south west Queensland. However this is likely to change in the future as Hot Rock power plants become increasingly commercially viable.

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Introduce a range of earth science topics into your classroom with this set of Geoscience Australia's most popular primary education resources. Save a total of $14.30 by buying these items as a set. Bulk set contains the following booklets, image set and kit: - Exploring Crystals booklet + specimens - Australia: An Ancient land booklet - The Science of Gold booklet - Gold Rush Technology 1850s-1990s image set - Volcano class set of 3D paper models - Trilobite class set of 3D paper models Suitable for primary Years K-6 and secondary Years 7-8

Crystals are truly fascinating. Crystals are found almost anywhere - in the classroom,kitchen, bathroom, and in nature, in the rocks beneath your feet. Some people are impressed by their shapes, colours and natural beauty. Others are intrigued with theirchemical structure and study the science of Crystallography. Other people believe that crystals have "powers" and can influence moods. This booklet will help you and your students understand the science of crystals - explore the facts, and dispel the myths.