Climate

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ceberg under the midnight sun in Greenland

Climate: Polar Regions

Learn about the unique climate found in Earth’s polar regions.

Introduction to Climate Change

Learn more about the causes and impacts of global climate change.

Weather: Atmospheric Pressure

Learn about the layers of the atmosphere, atmospheric pressure, pressure systems and fronts.

Careers: Climatologist

5 images of some work related to the scientific study of climate such as using instruments to measure changes in climates

Trees: In Spring

10 images of some coniferous and deciduous trees showing new growth in the spring season

Trees: In Fall

10 images showing some scenes with coniferous and deciduous trees in the fall or autumn season

Tools: Thermometers

6 images of some instruments such as clinical and baking thermometers that have been designed to measure temperature for specific purposes

Trees: In Winter

10 images of various winter scenes showing some coniferous and deciduous trees in snowy conditions

Tools: Weather Instruments

15 images of various instruments such as rain gauges, wind vanes and weather satellites used to inform us about the weather

Living Space

Participating classes will explore how indoor environmental conditions influence human health, and identify the best conditions for healthy living. This knowledge is important not only on Earth, but also on the International Space Station (ISS), the future Lunar Gateway, and as long-duration space travel progresses, maybe even on Mars!

What is the Greenhouse Effect?

Explore the greenhouse effect and learn about the impacts it can have on the environment.

Why is it colder in the winter even though the Earth is closer to the Sun?

Learn why we have seasons in this hands on activity.

What is Ocean Warming and Why Does It Matter?

Oceans absorb the greatest amount of solar radiation on Earth. Ocean warming can lead to glaciers melting and ocean acidification.

Trees: In Summer

9 images showing some scenes with coniferous and deciduous trees in the summer

The Water Cycle

1 diagram illustrating the water cycle

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