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How Time and Weather Change the Earth: Weather and Climate

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The Earth is a constantly changing planet. The weather, the climate, and the landscape are all in a state of flux. These changes are driven by a variety of factors, including the Sun's energy, the Earth's rotation, and the Earth's atmosphere.

The Power of Weather: How Time and Weather Change the Earth (Weather and Climate)
The Power of Weather: How Time and Weather Change the Earth (Weather and Climate)
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The Sun's Energy

The Sun's energy is the primary driver of weather and climate on Earth. The Sun's rays heat the Earth's surface, which in turn heats the air. The warm air rises, creating areas of low pressure. Cool air rushes in to fill the void, creating areas of high pressure. The difference in pressure between these areas drives the wind.

The Sun's energy also drives the water cycle. The Sun's rays heat the water in the oceans, lakes, and rivers. This water evaporates and rises into the atmosphere. The water vapor condenses into clouds, which eventually produce rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

The Earth's Rotation

The Earth's rotation also plays a role in weather and climate. The Earth's rotation creates the Coriolis effect, which is a deflection of moving objects to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere. The Coriolis effect influences the direction of the wind and the ocean currents.

The Earth's rotation also creates the seasons. As the Earth orbits the Sun, different parts of the planet receive more or less direct sunlight. This difference in sunlight causes the seasons. In the Northern Hemisphere, summer occurs when the North Pole is tilted towards the Sun. Winter occurs when the North Pole is tilted away from the Sun.

The Earth's Atmosphere

The Earth's atmosphere is a layer of gases that surrounds the planet. The atmosphere protects the Earth from harmful radiation from the Sun and helps to regulate the planet's temperature. The atmosphere also contains water vapor, which is essential for the water cycle.

The Earth's atmosphere is divided into several layers. The troposphere is the layer closest to the Earth's surface. The troposphere is where most weather occurs. The stratosphere is the layer above the troposphere. The stratosphere contains the ozone layer, which protects the Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation from the Sun.

How Time and Weather Change the Earth

The Earth has been changing for billions of years. The weather and climate have played a major role in these changes. The weather has eroded mountains, carved out valleys, and created deserts. The climate has caused glaciers to advance and retreat, and has changed the distribution of plants and animals.

The Earth is a dynamic planet. The weather and climate are constantly changing. These changes are a natural part of the Earth's history. However, human activities are now also affecting the weather and climate. The burning of fossil fuels is releasing greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. These greenhouse gases trap heat, causing the Earth's temperature to rise. This rise in temperature is leading to more extreme weather events, such as hurricanes, floods, and droughts.

What We Can Do

We need to take action to reduce our impact on the weather and climate. We can do this by reducing our emissions of greenhouse gases. We can also invest in renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power. By working together, we can create a more sustainable future for our planet.

Further Reading

  • NASA Climate
  • NOAA Climate
  • EPA Climate Change

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Print length : 32 pages
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The Power of Weather: How Time and Weather Change the Earth (Weather and Climate)
The Power of Weather: How Time and Weather Change the Earth (Weather and Climate)
by Ellen Labrecque

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Language : English
File size : 10315 KB
Print length : 32 pages
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