The Roles of the Ocean in Climate Change
http://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/Newsroom/MediaResources/Roles_Ocean.pdf

The Earth Observing System, NASA


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This illustrated article from NASA explains the role that oceans play in determining our climate. Physical and chemical interactions of the oceans with the atmosphere are discussed, as well as the use of space based oceanography and the role of Terra, the flagship of the Earth Observing System (EOS).


Subject: Geoscience:Atmospheric Science, Atmospheric Science:Climatology , Geoscience:Oceanography:Physical , Chemical, Biological
Resource Type: Audio/Visual:Images/Illustrations, Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work
Theme: Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Atmospheric Science, Teach the Earth:Incorporating Societal Issues:Climate Change, Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Oceanography