Module 12 - Earth and Space Science: Oceans and Atmosphere

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The purpose of this module is to compare and contrast the world’s oceans, to differentiate between weather and climate, to identify the factors that affect climate, and to describe the cyclical nature of water as it moves between the atmosphere and the Earth’s surface.

Activity 1: Topics

Use the readings, learning resources, and websites to research the following topics.  Record your notes and questions in your notebook.

• The World’s Oceans
• Currents and Tides
• Water Cycle
• Climate                        
• Weather                                   
• Biomes    
• Convection currents