Does water temperature differ between near-shore and offshore sites?
What is air pressure? What are sea breezes? Vortex: Unraveling the Mystery – This site contains information and pictures of how tornadoes develop and real data collected by tornado chasers. Water Science for Schools – This site offers information on many aspects of water, along with pictures, data, maps, and an interactive center where you can give opinions and test your water knowledge. Weather – NOAA Education – (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) – Natural hazards such as earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanoes affect both sea and land. Take quizzes on thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, winter storms and others. Learn more about weather safety and setting up a family disaster plan. Weather Room – This page provides general information for kids, parents, and teachers. Elementary school coloring books are available for parents and teachers to print and use for weather education in the classroom or at home. Weather Talk – (Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Comman