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PROFESSIONAL FORECASTING AND TECHNOLOGY

–      People who study weather and make weather forecasts are called meteorologists. –      Meteorologists use advanced technologies like satellites, weather balloons, radar, and computers to forecast weather. CHANGING TECHNOLOGIES –      Before 1980, weather forecasts were only accurate for one day due to a lack of technology. –      Now, weather forecasts are usually accurate for 3-5…

Forecasting and Measuring Weather

–      Forecasting weather can be difficult because there are many factors involved in weather such as the motion of air and water masses. –      Weather forecasters (meteorologists) use complex computer models, weather instruments, and observations of weather patterns to predict the weather. –      However, through careful observation, weather can be predicted by any individual. –     …

Extreme Weather: Thunderstorms, Tornadoes, Hurricanes, Blizzards, Floods

THUNDERSTORMS –      Thunderstorms are the most common type of storm. –      These bring heavy rain, thunder, lightning, hail, and the odd tornado. –      Two conditions must exist for a thunderstorm to form: Moisture is needed to form clouds and rain. Warm air must be pushed up in the atmosphere to form large cumulus clouds –     …

The British Empire & the Victorian Era

The British Empire A former collective term for the territories under the leadership or control of the British crown, including those in the Commonwealth of Nations and their colonies, protectorates, dependencies, and trusteeships (including the Dominion of Canada, Australia, India, & much of Africa) “Why does the sun never set on the British Empire?” “Because…

Mental Disorders: Types and Causes

What is “abnormal”? Mental disorders are characterized by abnormal behaviour, thoughts and feelings “abnormal” – any departure from the norm (different) Examples?? Pejorative connotation – characteristics we dislike or fear Behaviour is maladaptive Causes distress or discomfort, often interfere with people’s ability to lead useful, productive lives, make it impossible for people to hold jobs,…

Wilhelm Wundt: Biography and Contributions

Introduction: Real name: Wilhelm Maximilian Wundt Was a German medical doctor, psychologist, physiologist, and professor. Widely known as the father of experimental psychology Studied at many universities in Germany especially in medicine the first one in history to be called a ‘psychologist’ Best Known for: Voluntarism Introspection (observation or examination of one’s own mental and…