Atmospheric science

High school (ages 12+)
Environment & Earth

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/atmospheric-science

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the disciplines included?Meteorology, climatology, atmospheric chemistry, atmospheric physics
2. What is the key instruments?Barometer (1643), Thermometer (early 18th century)
3. Why do we need to study the atmosphere?Studying the atmosphere helps us understand weather, predict storms, and protect our planet from harmful radiation and pollution. It also keeps the air clean and safe for all living things.
4. How do scientists measure the air?Scientists use tools like barometers to measure air pressure and thermometers to measure temperature. They also use satellites and ground stations to collect data from all over the world.

Adiabatic Cooling: Cooling of a gas or air parcel as it expands without heat exchange with its surroundings.
Greenhouse Effect: The process where atmospheric gases trap heat, warming the planet's surface.
Numerical Weather Prediction: Using mathematical models and computer simulations to forecast weather.