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The student will investigate and understand the properties of air and the structure and dynamics of Earth’s atmosphere. Key concepts include
- a) air as a mixture of gaseous elements and compounds
- b) pressure, temperature, and humidity
- c) atmospheric changes with altitude
- d) natural and human-caused changes to the atmosphere and the importance of protecting and maintaining air quality
- e) the relationship of atmospheric measures and weather conditions
- f) basic information from weather maps, including fronts, systems, and basic measurements.
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c) the motion of the atmosphere and the oceans;
d) cloud formation;
e) the role of thermal energy in weather-related phenomena including thunderstorms and hurricanes.
In order to meet this standard, it is expected that students will
- comprehend and apply basic terminology related to air and the atmosphere.
- identify the composition and physical characteristics of the atmosphere
- analyze and interpret charts and graphs of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and pressure.
- measure and record air temperature, air pressure, and humidity, using appropriate units of measurement and tools.
- analyze and explain some of the effects that natural events and human activities may have on weather, atmosphere, and climate.
- evaluate their own roles in protecting air quality
- design an investigation to relate temperature, barometric pressure, and humidity to changing weather conditions.
- compare and contrast cloud types and relate cloud types to weather conditions.
- compare and contrast types of precipitation.
- compare and contrast weather-related phenomena, including thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, and drought.
- interpret basic weather maps and make forecasts based on the information presented.
- map the movement of cold and warm fronts and interpret their effects on observable weather conditions.
Tools to help you study for our Weather Unit.
Tools to help you study for our Weather Unit.
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