Students know the different atmospheric gases that absorb the Earth's thermal radiation and the mechanism and significance of the greenhouse effect. Students know how computer models are used to predict the effects of the increase in greenhouse gases on climate for the planet as a whole and for specific regions. Water a. Water cycle b. Water pollution B. Biogeochemical Cycles 1. Carbon cycle 4b. Students know the fate of incoming solar radiation in terms of reflection, absorption, and photosynthesis.
Students know the carbon cycle of photosynthesis and respiration and the nitrogen cycle.
Students know the relative residence times and flow characteristics of carbon in and out of its different reservoirs. Students know the carbon cycle of photosynthesis and respiration and the nitrogen cycle.