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| Subject keyword(s) | Astronomy, Climate, Conservation, Earth's water, Earth and space science, Earth science, Ecology, Ecology, Forestry and Agriculture, Ecosystems, Environmental science, Freshwater, Geography, Geoscience, Human body, Human geography, Humans and the environment, Life science, Oceans, Personal and social issues, Physical geography, Physical sciences, Science, Social Sciences, Space Science, Space sciences |
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| Grade level | Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Informal Education |
| Intended audience | Learner |
| Resource type | Audio/Visual, Instructional Material, Reference Material, Text |
| Resource format | text, text/html |
| Rights | Copyright 1996-2003 National Geographic Society. All rights reserved. |
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Skip to this page's content EarthPulse A Visual Guide to Global Trends The Human Condition Our Relationship With Nature Our Connected World A Complex World Explained Modern humans relate to our planet and to one another in ways that may seem simple on the surface, but when examined carefully, can be mind-bogglingly complex. Turn on a light switch, place a phone call, eat a meal and you tap into a vast network of actions and consequences that connect us to the Earth and to other humans in ways both beneficial and detrimental. EarthPulse explores these global connections with vivid and informative imagery, maps, diagrams, and interactives that illuminate where we are today, how we got here, and how our actions may affect the future of life on Earth. The Human Condition Trends Population Quality of Life Human Impact Food and Water Our Relationship With Nature Trends Ecosystems and Conservation Energy and Carbon Our Connected World Trends Technology Globalization Connections, Sources & Credits Featured Places Prehistoric Maps and Time Line Glimpse the dramatically different face of our home planet as it appeared when sea monsters ruled the depths. Interactive Climate Change Map Rising sea levels, heat waves, species losssee what could happen where if current warming trends continue. Where Do We Come From? Discover unknown chapters of the human story as scientists from the Genographic Project reconstruct our history from clues written in our genes. Country Profiles Find photos, maps, and articles for all the countries of the world. Test Your Geographic Knowledge In 2006, we tested the geographic knowledge of 18- to 24-year-olds across the U.S. to see how much they know about our world. Find out how they did, and see how you compare. EarthPulse Topics Advertisement SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Geography of Wealth See how diverse cultures measure wealth. Learn More Designed by Nature Discover nature's patterns in innovative designs. Learn More More National Geographic Maps Interactive Maps Satellite imagery reveals the world in more detail than ever. Explore Now Annual Temperatures Find the typical temp for just about anywhere. Go Now Places of a Lifetime National Geographic Traveler presents top destinations. Get Great Travel Tips