Ozone is a substance that touches on our modern society in many ways. Without ozone, the suns intense uv radiation would sterilize the earths surface. But in the troposphere, near groundlevel, ozone molecules are both air pollutants, threatening the health of living things, and greenhouse gases, trapping heat and contributing to climate change. Below are handson activities that can be done in 1530 minutes that get students thinking about how things. Ozone generators are for use in unoccupied spaces and not running when people or pets are present. Introduction ozone is similar to oxygen that we breathe. Activity book in their ongoing series of regional childrens activity books.
If your child shows an interest in science and helping out the environment, check out these activity ideas. An important policy stimulus in many respects, ozone depletion spawned the montreal protocol of 1987 the most significant international environmental treaty then in existence. In the stratosphere, ozone forms a layer that protects us from the sun by absorbing harmful ultraviolet radiation before it gets to the surface see ozone layer. One of the purposes of this activity is to explore the guiding question of. The aim of this pack is to raise pupils awareness and understanding of ozone depletion in an interesting fashion. The student bookshop supplies students at the university of bern with books in three professionally managed academic bookshops on the university campus. World ozone day ordinal numbers given in parentheses are not specifically noted on items, but are based on year of issue. More than 50 researchers and students are deploying a wideranging suite of instruments. Ozone is used in industrial processes and as a disinfectant. How is east tennessee ozone study us noaa abbreviated.
Ozone has been a part of our world since the beginning of time. It also was an issue critical to nasas history that served as a bridge linking nasas weather and landresource satellites to nasas concern for the global. Students analyze and visualize data to investigate this air pollution and climate change problem, determine the season in which it commonly occurs, and communicate the results. Ozone is a gas that is naturally present in our atmosphere. Through that agreement and its subsequent amendments and adjustments, many nations of the world have carried out policies to reduce and then phase. These activities follow a logical progression to build student understandings of the relationship between groundlevel ozone concentrations and weather conditions. Ozone in the stratospherea layer of the atmosphere between 15 and 50 kilometers 10 and 31 miles above usacts as a shield to protect earths surface from the suns harmful ultraviolet radiation. There was a reduction of approximately 5% detected from 1979 to 1990. Use of ozone in medicine and use of ozone in dentistry. Constructing a model of ppbv of surface ozone this activity is associated with studies of surface ozone but can serve studies of stratospheric ozone as well. Education national oceanic and atmospheric administration. It is a singlestory masonry structure, built out of coursed fieldstone blocks and covered by gableonhip roof with exposed rafter ends. These include and can be narrowed down by assessment types, learning strategies e.
Scientific assessment of ozone depletion 2002 noaaesrl. Download the full activity book or individual activities below. The purpose of the activity is to construct a model that will provide students with a visual representation of parts per billion. About organization strategic plan for nws employees international national centers products and services careers glossary contact us. Ozone esrl the dataset provides a high quality climate data record cdr of ozone at multiple altitude or pressure levels. Etos east tennessee ozone study us noaa acronymfinder. Ozone has a high oxidation capacity, which causes rubber and plastic products to break down after relatively short exposure. Nearground level ozone pollution learners are introduced to the concept of tropospheric ozone as an air pollutant due to human activities and burning of fossil fuels. Esrl global monitoring laboratory ozone and water vapor. It differs from normal oxygen in having three atoms in each molecule. Based on student research and discussion, have your students decide on the different ways that they could help protect the ozone layer and keep it from further depletion. National aeronautics and the ozone hole space administratio n.
While o3 is both a natural and powerful oxidizer that will eliminate most odors, longterm exposure is not recommended by government agencies because it. About 10% of atmospheric ozone is in the troposphere, the region closest to earth from the surface to about 1016 kilometers 610 miles. Ozone gives off the acrid smell after a lightning discharge. The noaa hazardous weather testbed is a joint project of the national. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. The noaa stratospheric ozone webpage is a one stop website for access to realtime as well as historical stratospheric ozone products, descriptions of instruments used to detect ozone, and of the organizations involved in collecting and archiving stratospheric ozone data. Using gumdrops and toothpicks, students conduct a largegroup, interactive ozone depletion model. Us dept of commerce national oceanic and atmospheric administration national weather service. Analyzing the antarctic ozone hole luann dahlman, noaa data. Students explore the causes and effects of the earths ozone holes through discussion and an interactive simulation. An international agreement known as the montreal protocol on substances that deplete the ozone layer was reached in 1987. During daylight hours, minor amounts of ozone happens everywhere on earth. This free activity book will introduce you to the essential principles of climate science, help you learn about earths climate system, the factors that drive and change it, the impacts of those changes, and what you can do to explore, understand, and protect our earth.
Classroomready data resources national oceanic and. Because of its distinct chemical properties, it serves a dual purpose in the atmosphere. These resources take information from our atmosphere and ocean and package it in easily accessible, classroomfriendly lesson plans, activities, and curricula. Information is also provided regarding some of the most frequently asked questions as well as recent stratospheric ozone. As the balloon carrying the instrument package ascends through the atmosphere, the ozonesonde telemeters to a ground receiving station information on ozone and standard meteorological quantities such as pressure, temperature and. Education national oceanic and atmospheric administration noaa. We constantly strive to broaden the diversity and quality of this collection.
First, students read the background information provided in their handout. Emissions of one of the chemicals most responsible for the antarctic ozone hole are on the rise, despite an international treaty that required an end to its production in 2010, a new noaa. Every lightning storm produces more than 40 tons of ozone that sanitizes our world while the rain washes away the debris. Then measure and graph the area of the ozone hole over time. Sencer ozone resources this browsable list from the science education for new civic engagements and responsibilities sencer project lists approximately 25 resources involving ozone and societal issues such as human health and sustainability. Activity 1 is a kickoff activity that helps students understand the basics of air pollution, including causes, effects, ingredients, and potential solutions. Explore opportunities for educators and students of all levels. The ozoneearth system research laboratory esrl climate data record provides a vertically resolved, gap free monthly mean, zonal mean ozone data.
The ozonesonde is a lightweight, balloonborne instrument that is mated to a conventional meteorological radiosonde. Ozone generator for school and classroom odor removal. When i assign this book to students, i caution them to take things with a grain of. Noaa research ozone page 1 ozone student activity book i. Students explore the dynamic and competing upper atmospheric roles of the protective ozone layer, the suns uv radiation and harmful humanmade cfcs chlorofluorocarbons. Study first to quantify impact of oil and gas emissions on denvers ozone problem. Students will become familiar with ozone in the troposphere and how it is different from ozone in the stratosphere. Air contains oxygen molecules that are made up of two oxygen atoms combined together o 2.
Animate and explore 10 years of southern hemisphere ozone images. Esrl global monitoring laboratory the noaa ozone depleting. Describe how human activities affect the amount of nitrogen in the ocean activities can, deliberately or 3. The intent of this library is to provide you with essential and useful information so that you may expand your knowledge of ozone and its various applications. Its front entrance is sheltered by a distinctive projecting tower, with arched openings at the base and a transverse gabled roof above.
Activities recommended for grades 35 regional ocean activity books. Ozone is found primarily in two regions of the atmosphere. Etos stands for east tennessee ozone study us noaa. Ozone trends adjusted for weather, shown by climate region zip 1 mb, 7162019 ozone trends adjusted for weather in all 157 locations zip 20 mb, 7162019 the statistical model used by epa to determine the adjustments to the ozone trend is fit independently in. Noaa library for students, parents and teachers brochures. The discover your world with noaa activity book for teachers and students national ocean service national oceanic and atmospheric administration u.
Ozone, a gaseous molecule of three oxygens, surrounds the earth in what is known as the ozone layer. Ozone is a molecule made up of three oxygen atoms combined together o 3. Videos, stories, puzzles, coloring books, lesson plans, and other great resources from noaas marine debris office. Recommended reading on ozone therapy, oxygen therapy, and. Ozone is a strong oxidizing agent that is present in photochemical smog. For this pollution lesson students complete an activity about ozone. Some ozone is also produced when natural hydrocarbons formed by trees and other vegetation react with nitrogen oxides in the atmosphere and sunlight. The scientific evidence, accumulated over more than two.
This quizworksheet combo will help you test your understanding of the importance of the ozone. Our handson kits have been developed by expert scientists and educators to incorporate cross cutting concepts, science and engineering practices and disciplinary core ideas. Ozone in our neighborhood ucar center for science education. Test your local area for ozone conditionslet us help you to identify activity kits to meet your specific next generation science standards ngss needs. This is a worksheet that leads students through a reading assignment on ozone. Each ozone molecule contains three atoms of oxygen and is denoted chemically as o 3. Laundry is an essential function for all institutional housekeeping departments but in health care facilities laundry plays an even more important role not only contributing to comfort and aesthetics but also assisting with infection control. In an associated literacy activity, students learn how to tell a story in order to make a complex topic such as global warming or ozone holes easier for a reader to grasp. The student actively listed and participated in the discussion on the ozone layer demonstration.
In addition thereto, the ozone experts, a division of newaire, inc, provides no warranty, either. The activities, designed to provide students with a complete. Etos is defined as east tennessee ozone study us noaa somewhat frequently. Use answer key below to grade student work or to have students check their work. What human activities affect upperatmospheric ozone the stratospheric ozone layer. Define dissolved oxygen do and its units of measurement 2. To help you learn more about your world and how noaa helps you explore, understand, and protect our earth, weve. More detailed maps showing the current 1hour ozone levels measured at each site in a particular area are available by clicking. The ozone school is a historic school building at 147 arkansas highway 21 in ozone, arkansas. For 200 years, noaa has been focused on delivering science, service, and stewardship. The noaa education portal is your onestop shop to connect with learning and teaching resources about the ocean and atmosphere. In this activity, you will study real ozone data and answer questions about ozone levels. Future expectations for ozone, ozonedepleting substances, and uv. If you wish to read about a topic that is not indexed in this library, please, do.
In this ozone layer day instructional activity, students read or listen to a passage about ozone layer day, then match phrases, fill in the blanks, choose words, unscramble words and sentences, put sentences in order, write discussion. Videos, group activities, origami, outdoor and tabletop challenges, and a bunch of other. Trends in ozone adjusted for weather conditions national. Ozone is everywhere in our atmosphere, but most of. The map below shows the current highest ozone 1hour levels measured in parts per billion ppb for each of the metropolitan or other areas across texas where ozone is measured by the tceq. When the sun rises over the antarctic in the spring september, ultraviolet light rapidly releases free chlorine atoms into the stratosphere starting a cycle that destroys ozone molecules. Ozone is a molecule that is made up of three oxygen atoms linked together. Department of commerce search search national ocean service. Apply for competitive funding for education projects. Institute of general physiology, university of siena, italy.
The 2002 wmounep assessment, scientific assessment of ozone depletion. This book represents the first serious attempt to explain the fundamental basis of ozonetherapy and is a relevant step towards achieving further progress. Lotus longterm ozone trends and uncertainties in the. An international agreement known as the montreal protocol on. Discover curricula, lesson plans, and realtime data to bring noaa science into your classroom. In the stratosphere, ozone molecules play an important role absorbing ultraviolet radiation from the sun and shielding earth from dangerous rays. Since the ozone layer prevents most harmful wavelengths of ultraviolet light from passing through the earths atmosphere, observed and projected decreases in ozone have generated worldwide concern and led to adoption of. This book takes the reader through captain moores initial voyage to the great pacific garbage patch, his subsequent research expeditions, and his fierce work to engage the world in recognizing and taking action on. Your budding environmentalist can learn a thing or two or more by celebrating world ozone layer day. In the activity, students evaluate data to determine when dead zones are forming. Ozone depletion refers to the phenomenon of reductions in the amount of ozone in the stratosphere.
These downloadable books include fun and informative activities about the local coastal ocean and its inhabitants. Ks23 2 this activity pack has been designed for teachers, and is intended for use by top juniors aged 9 years taking key stages 2 or 3 of the national curriculum. The student actively and accurately researched how stratospheric ozone was either affected by a sphere of how a sphere. The aim of this book is to give a clear idea about the ozone mechanism of action, as well as to understand what is known about ozone therapy and what new things we should try to learn about it. Noaa earth system research laboratory, rgmd, 325 broadway, boulder, co. Making this happen leads the people of noaa from the edge of space to the bottom of the ocean. Emissions of ozonedestroying chemical controlled by montreal protocol rising again, noaa data shows. The student completed the activity on gumdrop science and correctly answered the assigned questions.