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University Corporation for Atmospheric Research

Ucar: Winter Weather Safety

For Students 3rd - 8th
Know the safety guidelines for winter weather.
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University Corporation for Atmospheric Research

Ucar: Icy Winter Weather

For Students 9th - 10th
When meteorologists forecast a winter storm one of the important predictions they make is the type, or types, of precipitation that are likely to fall. Will freezing rain cause an ice storm? Will ice pellets called sleet leave the ground...
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: How Atmospheric Temperature Affects the Water Content of Snow?

For Students 9th - 10th
If you're lucky enough to live in a place that gets snow in winter, you know that the feel of the snow can vary a lot. Sometimes it can be light and fluffy, and other times heavy and wet. This project shows you how to use data from daily...
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Australia's Climate

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief description of Australia's climate, and the differences between northern and southern Australia during summer and winter.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of Natural History: American Mammals: White Tailed Antelope Squirrel

For Students 4th - 8th
White-tailed Antelope Squirrels can often be seen in western and southwestern deserts, especially in shrubby areas with rocky soil. They do not hibernate, but in cold winter weather, several may huddle together in a burrow to keep warm....

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