2.3+WEATHER,+CLIMATE+&+THE+ENVIRONMENT

By the end of this unit you should have covered the following learning objectives: ==== • Draw, describe and explain the use and siting of the following instruments at a weather station: rain- gauge, maximum-minimum thermometer, wet and dry bulb thermometer (hygrometer), barometer, anemometer and wind vane. ====

• Describe and explain the main characteristics of the climate in the regions listed in the syllabus (tropical rainforest and tropical desert): temperature – mean temperature of the hottest month, mean temperature of the coolest month, therefore the annual range; rainfall – the amount and seasonal distribution; other climate features – wind, cloud, humidity, etc. • Factors influencing these characteristics should be noted such as latitude, pressure systems and the winds to which they give rise, distance from the sea, altitude and ocean currents. Candidates should be familiar with climatic graphs showing the main characteristics of temperature and rainfall of the climates in the regions listed.

• Explain the relationship in each ecosystem of natural vegetation, wildlife and climate.
==== • Demonstrate an understanding that the natural environment presents hazards and offers opportunities for human activities. Reference should be made to the hazards posed by tropical storms, flooding and drought. ==== Here are the learning objectives sheet for this unit:

1. MEASURING THE WEATHER
Download and complete the table below.



An example of the completed worksheet from Felipe: well done great work Felipe!

STOP DISASTERS GAME
This is a game desgined to explore the different techniques used to manage and prevent damage caused by natural hazards. Your job is to minimise deaths, protect people and buildings from the coming hurrincane. Stop Disasters Game

You need to download and complete this worksheet with the different prevention measures that you are putting into place.

TROPICAL RAINFORESTS
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 * REVISION VIDEO**

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