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El
Nino
is
a
disruption
of
the
ocean-atmosphere
system
in
the
tropical
Pacific
with
important
climatic
consequences
around
the
globe.
This
NOAA
theme
page
features
links
to
widely
distributed
information.
Includes
data,
graphics,
forecasts,
historical
perspectives,
and
in-depth
analysis.
It
is
intended
to
be
useful
to
scientists,
administrators,
students
and
the
general
public.
Links
include
sites
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Educational standards associated with this resource:
National Science Education Standards (NSES): Read
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Basic information describing the plants, animals, ecosystem, distribution and physical aspects of marshes available in PDF format. The website provides an introduction to the habitat, while the document provides much greater detail. Information is geared towards marshes in Nova Scotia, Canada, however, it is still applicable elsewhere. Site links to additional case studies and habitats.
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Basic information describing the plants, animals, geology, and special features of open water areas available in PDF format. The website provides an introduction to the habitat, while the document provides much greater detail. Information is geared towards the open water off Nova Scotia, Canada, however, it is still applicable elsewhere. Site links to additional case studies and habitats.
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Information on the Chesapeake Bay, the critical issues for its management and restoration, recent dissolved oxygen and SAV trends, and the USGS Ecosystem Response Project. Site includes maps, figures, and links that supplement the project explanations. Website also explores the direct effects of the Bay's changing characteristics.
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Natural history information on some of the organisms found on soft-bottoms mainly in the coasts of Washington. Good pictures and highlights on common invertebrates and plants species, with scientific names provided. Special emphasis on evolutionary adaptations of feeding and other interesting physiological issues. Information on sampling devices also included.
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Downloadable
electronic
version
of
a
section
of
a
book
of
the
same
title;
a
naturalist's
approach
to
understanding
the
environment
of
that
region.
A
searchable
summary
includes
brief
introduction,
list
of
headings,
keyword
list,
and
cross-references
to
other
sections.
Benthic
habitats
are
composed
of
a
variety
of
sediment
types
and
are
exposed
to
a
wide
range
of
water
conditions,
leading
to
the
development
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Unit
provides
teachers
with
background
and
recommended
activities
for
classroom,
group
and
individual
levels.
Case
study
set
in
Samoa
describes
impacts
of
waste
on
the
local
environment,
especially
fragile
mangrove
areas.
Study
outlines
actions
to
manage
household
waste
and
protect
the
mangroves
from
further
harm.
Student
activities
include
brainstorming
and
discussions
about
sources
and
impacts
of
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Learn the basics about hurricane features including hurricane basics, structure and tracking. This site gives a nice overview of hurricanes and includes animations of some hurricane processes.
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Student activity regarding phytoplankton blooms and their effects on the ecosystem. Students will obtain and analyze data on the variables that influence the spring phytoplankton bloom from buoy monitoring stations in the Gulf of Maine. Activity includes background information, step by step instructions, additional resources, and activity extensions.
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How
do
scientists
gather
data
to
determine
whether
global
temperatures
are
warming?
Past
climatic
conditions
are
recorded
in
tree
rings,
skeletons
of
tropical
coral
reefs,
ice
cores
from
glaciers
and
ice
caps,
and
laminated
sediments
from
lakes
and
oceans.
Site
provides
an
in-depth
look
at
topics
significant
to
climate
change.
Resources
include
slide
sets,
external
links,
a
Climate
TimeLine
Information
...
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