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Coastal Catastrophes: Climate Related Hazards

In this section of the module, you will learn how tropical and extratropical storms (climate-related coastal hazards) form and how they differ from one another. Before we are able to understand the impact of storms on coastlines, we need to understand a little bit about how and why storms are generated. Thus, we will explore insolation, differential heating and how heat is redistributed around the globe through the hydrosphere and atmosphere.

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These materials are part of a collection of classroom-tested modules and courses developed by InTeGrate. The materials engage students in understanding the earth system as it intertwines with key societal issues. The collection is freely available and ready to be adapted by undergraduate educators across a range of courses including: general education or majors courses in Earth-focused disciplines such as geoscience or environmental science, social science, engineering, and other sciences, as well as courses for interdisciplinary programs.
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