GEOG 2110L Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Biogeography, Closed System, Stra
30 Aug 2015
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Geography is the science that studies the interdependence of geographic areas, places, and locations. We"ll model the earth system by considering four spheres. Techniques: cartography, remote sensing, Ex) interactions of ice, surface water and. Longitude: position east or west of prime. Cloud albedo feedback: slow warming reduce/reflect sunlight negative. Solar declination latitude that gets the direct overhead radiation. More commonly used in meteorology. Work is done on matter when it is pushed, pulled, or lifted. Most important near the surface. Length described using micrometer ( m) The assimilation of radiation by molecules of matter and its conversion form one form of energy to another. Scattering the process where small particles deflect radiation into different directions. Radiation spectrum emitted the by the earth . 97%of atmosphere is co . Can be useful for showing how close to saturation. Humidity: a generic term for the amount of water vapor present in the air brought to saturation.
