Physical Geography OBJECTIVES

GEOG 105

LCC 2009

Physical Geography: A Landscape Appreciation ,
9th edition, McKnight & Hess

Chapter 3 - Introduction to the Atmosphere

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After studying the material of this chapter, you should be able to:
  1. Describe the basic composition of the atmosphere, including its gases and particles.

  2. Understand the vertical structure of the atmosphere in terms of composition and temperature.

  3. Define atmospheric presssure.

  4. Differentiate between weather and climate, and understand the elements and controls of weather and climate.

  5. Explain the processes which contribute to the formation and depletion of the stratospheric ozone layer.

  6. Interpret

  7. Describe
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