The Atmosphere-Ocean System: The Atmosphere and Human Activity

Section Objectives Icon Section Objectives

After you have completed this section, you will be able to:

  1. Determine how natural events impact the atmosphere.
  2. Evaluate the impact of human activity on the atmosphere.
  3. Discuss concepts of air pollution, ozone depletion, the greenhouse effect, and global warming.
  4. Explain natural and human-caused mechanisms of the greenhouse effect and compare greenhouse gases.
  5. Research and explain the long-term effects of air pollution on the atmosphere.
  6. Explain how computer models are used to predict long-term climate change.