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Bad Meteorology: Bad Clouds DLESE Reviewed Collection
http://www.ems.psu.edu/%7Efraser/Bad/BadClouds.html
From Digital Water Ed Library (DWEL)
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This site provides an explanation for cloud formation and seeks to correct myths or misconceptions about how clouds form. Water vapor, condensation, and evaporation are discussed in the context of dew-point temperature and saturation. Educators and anyone explaining cloud formation will find hints on how to present the correct information and avoid misinforming their audiences.
Intended for grade levels:
  • Middle (6-8)
  • High (9-12)
  • General public
Type of resource:
  • Text:
    • Ref. material
Subject:
  • Atmospheric science
Technical requirements:
No specific technical requirements, just a browser required
Cost / Copyright:
No cost
Copyright Alistair B. Fraser
DLESE Catalog ID: DWEL-000-000-000-425
Educational standards:
  • National Science Education Standards (NSES):
    • 5-8:
      • Unifying concepts and processes:
        • Evidence, models, and explanation
      • B - Physical science:
        • Properties and changes of properties in matter
      • D - Earth and space science:
        • Structure of the earth system
    • 9-12:
      • Unifying concepts and processes:
        • Evidence, models, and explanation
      • B - Physical science:
        • Interactions of energy and matter
      • D - Earth and space science:
        • Energy in the earth system
Related resources:
This resource is referenced by 'Bad Meteorology'
http://www.ems.psu.edu/~fraser/BadMeteorology.html
Resource contact / Creator / Publisher:
Author: Alistair B Fraser
Pennsylvania State University, Meteorology Dept.