This lab is designed to introduce you to the number of factors that influence te

This lab is designed to introduce you to the number of factors that influence temperature at Earth’s surface. First we will begin by studying how the amount of insolation received at the Earth’s surface varies from place to place. The variation of insolation leads to variations in temperature. Other factors, such as, land-water contrasts, ocean currents, and wind patterns and air masses also influence temperatures. In addition, we will explore how altitude affects temperatures.
Objectives:
Measure surface variation in temperature
Construct a temperature graph
Calculate temperature range
Calculate average annual temperature
Identify global temperature patterns and to explore the reasons for these patterns.
Calculate the Average Lapse Rate
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