NOAA

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/noaa

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 global data collection?Utilizes satellites, buoys, research vessels, and ground-based stations for comprehensive environmental monitoring
2. What does NOAA stand for and when was it created?NOAA stands for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. It was created on October 3, 1970, by merging several federal agencies.
3. How does NOAA help us stay safe during storms?NOAA’s National Weather Service watches the sky and gives warnings for hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and droughts. This helps people know when to evacuate or prepare.

Oceanography: The scientific study of the physical, chemical, and biological aspects of the oceans.
Atmospheric Science: The study of the Earth's atmosphere, including weather, climate, and atmospheric phenomena.
Environmental Stewardship: The responsible use and protection of the natural environment through conservation and sustainable practices.