atmosphere
Resources
TED-Ed: Could We Actually Live on Mars?
There's a lot of talk these days about when and how we might all move to Mars. But what would it actually be like to live there? Mari Foroutan details the features of Mars that are remarkably similar to those of Earth — and those that can only be found on the red planet.
TED-Ed: How Do Tornadoes Form?
Tornadoes are the most violent storms on Earth, with wind velocities that can exceed 200 miles per hour. How do these terrifying cyclones form? Meteorologist James Spann sheds light on the lifespan of tornadoes as they go from supercell thunderstorms to terrible twisters before eventually dissolving back into thin air.
PhET: Under Pressure
Explore pressure under and above water. See how pressure changes as you change fluids, gravity, container shapes, and volume.
PhET: Greenhouse Effect
How do greenhouse gases affect the climate? Explore the atmosphere during the ice age and today. What happens when you add clouds? Change the greenhouse gas concentration and see how the temperature changes.
Encyclopedic Entry: Air Pollution
Air pollution consists of chemicals or particles in the air that can harm the health of humans, animals and plants. It can even damage buildings.
Encyclopedic Entry: Weather
One of the first things you probably do every morning is look out the window to see what the weather is like
Easy Peasy Science — Earth Science (Levels 1-8)
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