1. Bellwork 5/12
Scientists are currently investigating whether there is a connection between increased extreme weather events and climate change.
Why might these two things be linked?
What kind of data might scientists be examining?

2. PSA
After today, we have 4 full class periods together. Keep on top of your things! Still need to turn in a weather project? Do it now! 

3. Climate Change & Global Warming
Both are happening

4. What’s the difference? Global Warming Climate Change
Global warming refers to the rise in global average temperature
Primarily a result of anthropogenic (human) actions
Climate change is how the climate of different areas around the globe change over time
Global warming is part of this…
Natural process, but is “sped up” by global warming

5. “But Climate Change is NATURAL!!!”
Yes, it is.
The changing climate is not the alarming piece. The RATE at which the climate is changing is the cause of concern

6. Indicators of Climate Change:
Temperature
Sea Ice Extent
Changes in biosphere
Extreme weather events

7. Extreme Weather Events
Droughts
Floods
Intense Rainfall
Hurricanes
Wildfires
Tornadoes

8. Is there a connection between climate change and extreme weather?
Yes?
Maybe?
Let’s look at the data…
EPA
NOAA
NASA

9. Station Lab
Spend about 5-10 minutes at each station analyzing the data
TAKE GOOD NOTES!
This will help you with your conclusion
Goal: Make a claim regarding extreme weather events and climate change
“There is a strong link”
“Some events are closely linked, others are not”
“There is no link”