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North Atlantic Oscillation Interactive

The North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO) is a seesaw in atmospheric pressure between the subtropical high-pressure system over the Azores Islands and the subpolar low-pressure system over Iceland. Users can learn more about the POSITIVE and NEGATIVE phases of the NAO and how it affects the climate of the North Atlantic region by clicking on the LOW and HIGH icons. Grade level: 8-College.

LINK (http://www.amnh.org/sciencebulletins/earth/f/nao.20040910/assets/74/index.php) >>
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