Monday 21 June 2010

6 down...

1 to go!
The end of the exam season is upon us as there is only 1 examination left: Year 13 on Tuesday F764 (Skills). There have been 6 geography exams so far in years 10, 11, 12 and 13 and the geography department would like to wish all students the best of luck! If you have finished see you in August for results day!

New Satellite to create 3D map of the globe


A new TanDEM-X satellite has been launched into space. Mission: get the most precise 3D image of the earth's surface (bbc report)
The images will have many uses, such as helping the military's low flying aircraft and to show the worst affected areas by earthquake damage.

Friday 11 June 2010

South African Biomes


Perhaps you could include the 2010 FIFA World Cup in your presentation (BBC Website)?
The football competition starts to day and once again England will be taking part. Maybe you could include a trip to the tournament as part of your presentation o biomes.
The following websites should help you: