Earth Science II Oceanography SOL Prep

Earth Science II Oceanography covers 7 Virginia SOL standards across 7 strands. SOL Prep turns every one of them into a diagnostic, guided notes, flashcards, and practice questions.

What Earth Science II Oceanography covers

Scientific and Engineering Practices

  • OC.1Demonstrate understanding of scientific and engineering practices through investigation, data analysis, modeling, and communication.

Ocean Ecosystems

  • OC.2Investigate and understand that ocean ecosystems support a great diversity of life and the factors influencing biodiversity.

Properties of Seawater

  • OC.3Investigate and understand that the properties of seawater enable distinct biological and physical characteristics within the ocean and ecosystems.

Ocean-Atmosphere Interactions

  • OC.4Investigate and understand interactions between the ocean and the atmosphere that influence weather, climate, and ocean systems.

Geologic, Atmospheric, and Astronomical Processes

  • OC.5Investigate and understand that Earth's geologic, atmospheric, and astronomical processes interact with the ocean to shape its physical features, movement, and coastal environments.

Oceanic Explorations

  • OC.6Investigate and understand that historic and on-going oceanic explorations contribute to the understanding of ocean systems.

Social and Economic Value of Oceans

  • OC.7Investigate and understand that the ocean is of important social and economic value globally and in Virginia.

Frequently asked questions

What is on the Earth Science II Oceanography SOL test?

Earth Science II Oceanography is organized into 7 strands: Scientific and Engineering Practices, Ocean Ecosystems, Properties of Seawater, Ocean-Atmosphere Interactions, Geologic, Atmospheric, and Astronomical Processes, Oceanic Explorations, Social and Economic Value of Oceans.

How many standards does Earth Science II Oceanography cover?

Earth Science II Oceanography covers 7 individual Virginia SOL standards across its 7 strands.