The Atmosphere-Ocean System: Motion and Energy in the Atmosphere

tutorial Tutorial: Earth’s Radiation Balance

All motion in the atmosphere is driven by energy from the Sun. The following presentation goes over Earth’s radiation balance, which is the balance between incoming and outgoing solar radiation on Earth. Select Play to begin the tutorial, and then use the navigation buttons to pause/stop, continue, or reset the tutorial. Watch the presentation as often as you would like and take notes as you follow along. Be sure to set your volume at a reasonable level before you begin.

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