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This presentation focuses
on the different properties that make up our atmosphere, including
the various gases and different layers. Also included is a discussion
of the different techniques meteorologists use to measure the
state of the atmosphere. (1.68 MB) |
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This teachers guide provides an explanation of the atmosphere
in addition to the information presented in the power point slideshow. |
| Atmosphere
Curriculum Guides |
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These guides are provided to outline
the Grade Level Expectations (GLE's) for the study of Meteorology
per the Louisiana Comprehensive Curriculum. |
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Activities
The activities below are designed to provide the student a
better understanding the processes of the atmosphere.
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Students will discover that the faster air moves,
the lower the pressure becomes within that flow of air. |
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In this activity, the student will gain an understanding of
the effect that heat has on pressure. |
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This activity will provide students an understanding of the
process how precipitation forms. |
| Forecasting
Quiz |
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The quiz, left, is designed to test the student's
understanding of the atmosphere. |
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The answer key will provide the instructor with the correct
answers to the quiz as well as an explanation of the answer. |
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