A visualization to learn about the factors that influence the climate of a planet.
Students will learn about radiation balance and the climate of different planets. They will vary parameters such as albedo, surface temperature, and distance from the Sun to observe the corresponding effects on climatic conditions.
Use this tool to help your students find answers to:
Name some of the factors that affect the radiation balance of a planet.
How does radiation balance influence the surface temperature of a planet?
About the Tool
Tool Name
Planetary Climates: A Delicate Balance
Discipline
Earth Sciences
Topic(s) in Discipline
What determines the Climate of a Planet, Energy balance, Albedo, Distance from Sun
Climate Topic
Planetary Climate
Type of Tool
Interactive Visualization
Grade Level
High School, Undergraduate
Location
Global
Language
English
Translation
Developed by
Katrina Genuis, Kristen Tjostheim, Ashley Ritter, Dr. Peter Mahaffy, Brian Martin
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