How to Use the Earth Science Reference Tables (ESRT) for the NY Regents Exam (2026 Guide)

A page-by-page guide to mastering the New York Earth Science Reference Tables (ESRT) for the Regents exam. Learn how to read key charts to find epicenter distance from P/S-wave travel times, calculate age using radioactive decay, identify rocks and minerals, use the equations page, and more. Roughly 50% of the Earth Science Regents exam questions can be answered using the ESRT — this video shows you how. Read the full companion article on our blog: https://open-exam-prep.com/blog/earth-science-regents-reference-tables-esrt-guide-2026 Practice with free interactive Regents questions: https://open-exam-prep.com/practice/ny-regents-earth-science ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:04 - Scene 1 0:32 - Scene 2 1:02 - Scene 3 1:30 - Scene 4 2:02 - Scene 5 2:32 - Scene 6 3:03 - Next steps Recommended study resources: Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Open Exam Prep earns from qualifying purchases. We may earn a commission if you buy through these links. - New York Regents Exams Earth and Space Science 2026/2027: All-in-One Study Guide with 5 Practice Test, 3000+ Questions, 400+ Study Cards, ESRT Training to Help Students Achieve Top Scores: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GTVSGJW1?tag=openexamprep-20 - 30-Day New York Regents Earth and Space Science Exam Prep Guide 2026–2027: Daily Lessons, Complete Earth Science Review, Practice Questions, 5 ... Key Diagrams (Regents Success in 30 Days™): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GZKGL516?tag=openexamprep-20 - NEW YORK REGENTS EARTH & SPACE SCIENCES 2026-2027: Complete Prep Guide with 700+ Questions, 8 Full-Length Practice Tests, and ESRT Mastery: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H17DQMS7?tag=openexamprep-20