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Core Meteorology: Weather

26 minutes 49 seconds

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In the video titled "Core Meteorology: Weather," the fascinating world of meteorology is explored. This educational piece delves into the study of weather patterns and their impact on Earth, detailing atmospheric phenomena such as storms, hurricanes, and tornadoes. Emphasizing the importance of atmospheric chemistry, climatology, and global warming, viewers gain insights into how these factors contribute to weather dynamics. The video demonstrates how meteorologists use satellites, weather balloons, and surface stations to gather data for accurate forecasting. Key scientific principles like the Coriolis effect and differential heating play a critical role in driving weather phenomena. The hydrological cycle, including the transformation of H2O across different states, further explains the complexity of weather systems. This video is a valuable resource for understanding weather science, making it highly relevant for educational purposes.

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Runtime: 26 minutes 49 seconds

Illustration of Earth. Midlatitude jet stream (cool) at the top of the globe and Subtropical jet stream (warm) close to the equator. Both move clockwise. Caption: it is a powerful band of winds known for bringing winter storms
Core Meteorology
Season 0 / Ep 1
28 minutes 25 seconds
Grade Level: 8 - 12
Large puffy clouds across an open expanse of sky. Caption: (narrator) And from clouds, we get precipitation,
Core Meteorology
Season 0 / Ep 2
26 minutes 49 seconds
Grade Level: 8 - 12
Map of the world with color highlighting areas of different climates. Caption: Next, Koppen's system defined what are called "macroclimates."
Core Meteorology
Season 0 / Ep 3
27 minutes 53 seconds
Grade Level: 8 - 12