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September 30

Hi.

We all know that some parts of the world are warmer than others (compare the Equator with Vancouver – or even better Baffin Island).  Chapter 5 focuses on global temperature patterns.  In this chapter we explore some of the reasons for these differences.  You will also discover some very practical, personal things like wind chill and the humidex (or heat index).  Unfortunately (or fortunately), Vancouver, being on the coast, doesn’t get the extremes of temperature that the continental interior of Canada gets. 

As a person who grew up in Vancouver and now lives in the Prairies, I can say that to truly have the “full” Canadian experience, everyone should spend at least one winter in Edmonton, Saskatoon, or Winnipeg … lol. 

This week, Monday is Canada’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, which recognizes the tragic legacy of residential schools for First Nations, children who never returned home, residential school survivors, as well as their families and communities.  First Nations in Canada have a rich history of understanding the physical environment, working well with the natural world, and caring for the environment.  We can all learn much from their understandings.

Note that if you have the etext version, for Lab 2 QUESTIONS 13-16 you will need to use this Figure from the 4th Edition:  Figure 3.2 with Percentages (follow the link, open in a new tab)

This week please

  • Read online notes 5 and Text Chapter 5
  • Record your readings from last week on Canvas by Tuesday
  • Lab 2 is due Tuesday, October 1.  This is a Quiz on Canvas.  You can take as much time as you like; it is open book; but you do have to do it all in one sitting.  Allow about 2 hours for it.
  • Lab 3 will be due Tuesday, October 8.
  • Make a good comment in the discussion forum on Canvas by Saturday midnight.  These are pretty easy marks, so please take advantage of them!  And it is a great way to get to know your classmates.  Please do NOT use AI, like ChatGPT.  I want to get to know you and hear your ideas.  Not a computer’s.  A non-personal answer is worth a “0.”
  • Remember Your midterm exam is Friday, October 25, 6-7:30 pm, on Canvas.  A study guide is here.

Questions?  Please email me:  bmartin@corpuschristi.ca  I should respond within 24 hours on weekdays.  Weekends I take off.

Dr. Bruce Martin