Hazardous Earth – How the atmosphere moves heat around the planet

• A clear and focused study guide that explains global atmospheric circulation and its role in creating the world’s major climate zones.
• This concise guide uses straightforward language, diagrams and real-world examples to show how heat is transferred from the equator to the poles, why deserts form at 30° and why the equator is wet.

Key features:

• Step-by-step explanation of the three main circulation cells (Hadley, Ferrel, Polar)
• Clear table linking latitude, pressure belts and climate types
• Simple guide to reading and interpreting climate graphs
• Role of ocean currents (e.g. Gulf Stream) included
• Links to later hazard topics (tropical cyclones, droughts)

Includes an accompanying 9-exercise worksheet with varied tasks (matching, diagram labelling, analysis and extended questions) to reinforce and practise the topic.