A teaching module titled ‘Feedback mechanisms’ from the e-learning course titled ‘Earth in the Future’ developed by Timothy Bralower and David Bice, The Pennsylvania State University. This module discusses the various feedback mechanisms and is listed in Module 3: Earth’s Climate System of the e-learning course. This overview reading can be used as an introduction to the topic by teachers interested in teaching about long term cycles and feedback mechanisms. The reading includes the energy flow in the climate system of the earth. The reading includes the following topics:
- Ice-Albedo Feedback
- Weathering Feedback
- Cloud Feedback
- Positive and Negative Feedbacks
Students will learn about feedback mechanisms and their role in maintaining the earth’s energy and temperature.
Use this tool to help your students find answers to:
- Discusses the flow of energy in the Earth’s climate system.
- Discuss the various feedback mechanisms and their role in regulating temperature?
About the Tool
Tool Name | Feedback Mechanisms |
Discipline | Earth Sciences |
Topic(s) in Discipline | Feedback Mechanisms, Energy Flow, Climate System, Ice-Albedo Feedback, Weathering Feedback, Cloud Feedback, Positive Feedback, Negative Feedback |
Climate Topic | Long-term Cycles and Feedback Mechanisms |
Type of tool | Reading |
Grade Level | High School, Undergraduate |
Location | Global |
Language | English |
Translation | |
Developed by | Timothy Bralower and David Bice |
Hosted at | Earth in the Future, The Pennsylvania State University |
Link | Link |
Access | Online |
Computer Skills | Basic |