UNIT 6: The atmosphere and Ozone
Significant ideas
- The atmosphere is a dynamic system that is essential to life on Earth.
- The behaviour, structure and composition of the atmosphere influence variations in all ecosystems.
- Stratospheric ozone is a key component of the atmospheric system because it protects living systems from the negative effects of ultraviolet radiation from the Sun.
- Human activities have disturbed the dynamic equilibrium of stratospheric ozone formation.
- Pollution management strategies are being employed to conserve stratospheric ozone.
Content |
Core Resources |
Support Material |
Layers of the atmosphere |
Use the following resources to help you learn the layers of the atmosphere 1. The Earth's atmosphere ppt Draw a diagram of the layers of the atmosphere in your notes. Use this more detailed presentation to help: 2. Layers of the atmosphere |
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Introduction to the atmosphere and the greenhouse effect (We will look at this is greater depth in unit 11 Workbook page 25-26 |
Where did the atmosphere come from?
Homework - complete the following 4. 6.1 Worksheets to complete for homework |
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Stratospheric ozone |
Weblink Video |
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Ozone depleting substances Workbook pages 231-232 |
Read the following article:Complete the questions on the worksheet: 7. Fridges and ozone |
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Not all ozone is good! |
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What can be done? The roles of UNEP and the Montreal protocol Workbook page 231 |
Watch the following video and complete the worksheet on the roles of UNEP and the Montreal protocol.
10. Concept map |