The AOML researches oceanography, tropical meteorology, atmospheric and oceanic chemistry and acoustics …
The AOML researches oceanography, tropical meteorology, atmospheric and oceanic chemistry and acoustics in order to understand the physical characteristics of the ocean and atmosphere. Explore science in action!
SEC produced several articles to help teachers teach about space weather. This …
SEC produced several articles to help teachers teach about space weather. This one covers the ionosphere. It covers the characteristics, variability, and scintillation of this layer of the atmosphere. PDF format.
The National Geophysical Data Center has transformed extensive ocean research into colorful …
The National Geophysical Data Center has transformed extensive ocean research into colorful video, 3D maps, charts posters and more! This site starts off with a film clip of a dive into the Marianas trench and then lead you to other useful images and sites dealing with many aspects of the ocean floor. A great resource for visual learners!
As viewed from space, the Earth appears beautiful and serene. As you …
As viewed from space, the Earth appears beautiful and serene. As you well know, however, here standing on Earth, it's complicated! Complex, that is. And, it's constantly changing. Often changes on Earth happen so slowly it would be difficult to witness, like the break-down of mountains, however, other changes, such as changes in our climate system are happening fast enough for us to see.
California's China Camp State Park is an important environmental and historic site …
California's China Camp State Park is an important environmental and historic site which has a natural watershed along the shores of San Francisco Bay. Features in the estuary include an extensive intertidal salt marsh, meadow, and oak habitat. [4:55]
Follow this group of students through their scavenger hunt in the estuary. …
Follow this group of students through their scavenger hunt in the estuary. Take a look at the living and nonliving things that make this ecosystem a special place. [9:38]
The estuary stands as the last barrier between the Pacific Ocean and …
The estuary stands as the last barrier between the Pacific Ocean and pollution. Its mix of plants and silt acts as a filter that purifies contaminated inland rain and flood waters before they reach the ocean. [3:47]
Learn about the SWMP Program (System Wide Monitoring Program) and see how …
Learn about the SWMP Program (System Wide Monitoring Program) and see how high-tech underwater equipment helps keep track of conditions in the estuary at all times. [8:25]
Students measure water quality in the NY-NJ Estuary using simple tools. Scientists …
Students measure water quality in the NY-NJ Estuary using simple tools. Scientists explain the importance of good water quality and talk about what causes water quality declines. [5:44]
Eelgrass is one of the most important indicator plants in the estuary. …
Eelgrass is one of the most important indicator plants in the estuary. Learn about how the health of this plant is often a measure of the health of the ecosystem. Also includes a look at how septic systems impact estuary plants. [7:22]
A great resource for explaining and understanding tides. Find out what tides …
A great resource for explaining and understanding tides. Find out what tides are and why it is so important to monitor them. This is an extensive tutorial followed by a set of review questions. All of the information can be downloaded as a 36-page PDF file.
NeMO is a seafloor observatory at an active underwater volcano! NeMO "background" …
NeMO is a seafloor observatory at an active underwater volcano! NeMO "background" is a great place to begin your scientific journey under the sea. Site includes virtual tours, daily updates from the sea, teacher resources and more.
Explains what eutrophication is and the extent of the problem in the …
Explains what eutrophication is and the extent of the problem in the United States. Discusses the causes, impact, and what can be done to combat it. The video provides a short overview of the topic and is accompanied by a transcript. [1:04]
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