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A Hole in the Sky
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Abstract: This video segment adapted from Interactive NOVA profiles two scientists who were surprised in 1984 to discover a hole in our atmosphere's ozone layer as big as the United States.
Applications of Vector Operators for Surface Atmospheric/Oceanic Processes
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Abstract: Vector operations are crucial for the understanding of many processes affecting surface conditions in the atmosphere and the oceans. Gradients, dot and cross products, and the Laplacian of surface variables (e.g., pressure, temperature, moisture, salinity, wind and ocean currents to name a few) are concepts ... More »
Atmospheric and Oceanic Modeling, Spring 2004
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Abstract: The numerical methods, formulation and parameterizations used in models of the circulation of the atmosphere and ocean will be described in detail. Widely used numerical methods will be the focus but we will also review emerging concepts and new methods. The numerics underlying a hierarchy of models ... More »
Atmospheric Vertical Structure and the First Law of Thermodynamics
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Abstract: This sequential set of in-class and homework problems concerns applications of the First Law of Thermodynamics. In the homework, students are first asked to compute and plot potential temperatures of specified adiabats. In a second assignment, the potential temperature from an observed sounding is computed ... More »
Balloons & Buoyancy
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Abstract: Experiment with a helium balloon, a hot air balloon, or a rigid sphere filled with different gases. Discover what makes some balloons float and others sink.
BBC In Depth: Hurricane Katrina
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Abstract: This BBC News clearinghouse website provides a wide variety of information regarding Hurricane Katrina. Information includes news stories, scientific analysis and background, eyewitness accounts, photo galleries, pressing questions, hurricane animations and more. Information has been updated frequently.
Canyon Country Ecosystems Research Site (CCERS)
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Abstract: This USGS Canyonlands Research Station web page provides information about research dedicated to the long-term study of the ecosystems of the Colorado Plateau. The page covers in brief the Physiognomy, Climate, Geology, Soils, Vegetation, Fauna, Elevation Gradients, Land Use, Shifting Climate, Substrates, ... More »
Coastal Weather Issues: Planning for a Hurricane
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Abstract: The unit is designed for seventh grade students who have been studying Earth and its atmosphere. In this sequence, students are faced with the realistic issue of personal and social decision-making when planning for hurricane strikes, which includes classification, tracking, and monitoring hurricanes, ... More »
General Circulation of the Earth's Atmosphere, Fall 2005
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Abstract: Diagnostic studies and discussion of their implications for the theory of the structure and general circulation of the Earth's atmosphere. Includes some discussion of the validation and use of general circulation models as atmospheric analogs.
Geobiology, Spring 2003
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Abstract: The interactive Earth system: biology in geologic, environmental and climate change throughout Earth history. Since life began it has continually shaped and re-shaped the atmosphere, hydrosphere, cryosphere and the solid earth. Subject introduces the concept of "life as a geological agent" and examines ... More »
Giving Rise to the Jet Stream
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Abstract: This interactive activity from NOVA Online uses animation and graphics to offer a detailed explanation of the jet stream. A thorough account is given of the role played by the Sun's heat and Earth's shape and rotation, among other factors.
Global Warming and the Greenhouse Effect
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Abstract: Since 1880, the levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and global temperatures have been following a parallel rising path. Is this simply a coincidence? Most scientists don't think so. This video excerpt from Race to Save the Planet describes the relationship between human activities and negative ... More »
Hurricane Science
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Abstract: This site from the American Association for the Advancement of Science provides a collection of resources related to Hurricane Katrina for the scientific community. The collection features links to several articles about Hurricane Katrina and her aftermath, learning to live with risk and uncertainty, ... More »
Hurricanes, Climate, and Katrina
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Abstract: This website provides links to many Science Magazine articles related to hurricanes, coastal disasters and disaster policy. The articles are divided into four sections: The Gulf Coast hurricanes and their aftermath; climate change, hurricanes and extreme weather; coastal disaster planning; and Louisiana's ... More »
Machines that change climate: Porsche 911 Turbo vs. Toyota Prius
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Abstract: This activity asks students make 'back-of-the-envelope' calculations to estimate the amount of carbon dioxide released to the environment by different types of automobiles. It shows students that decisions they make can significantly alter the amount of greenhouse gases they release to the environment. ... More »
MadSci Network
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Abstract: This site, supported by Washington University's Young Scientist Program, is an interactive science teaching and community outreach tool, staffed and maintained by volunteer scientists and engineers from around the world. The MadSci Network Ask-An-Expert service fields questions in 26 different subjects, ... More »
Methane
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Abstract: This EPA website provides basic information about methane. Topics covered include methane's role as a greenhouse gas, atmospheric concentrations of methane over time, processes that remove methane from the atmosphere, and links to atmospheric measurement data.
Methane Projections and Mitigation Costs
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Abstract: This site, published by the EPA, analyzes the costs of reducing emissions from four key methane sources: landfills, natural gas and oil systems, coal mining, and livestock manure management. Because methane can be an efficient fuel, opportunities exist to reduce emissions at low cost by capturing the ... More »
NASA CONNECT The Measurement of All Things: Atmospheric Detectives(c)
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Abstract: In NASA CONNECT Atmospheric Detectives(c), NASA scientists and researchers introduce students to the study of atmospheric science. They demonstrate the use of mathematics and remote sensing to measure the amount of aerosols in the atmosphere and how human activity contribute to the amount of these aerosols ... More »
NASA's Hurricane Resource Page
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Abstract: NASA's Hurricane Resource Page provides a wide variety of information regarding recent and historic hurricanes. A collection of links feature information including the latest images and animations from recent hurricanes, in depth web pages about hurricanes in 2005, educational tools and products, hurricane ... More »
