Solar Radiation, Heat Balance and Temperature

Core idea

Explain insolation, atmospheric heating and cooling, terrestrial radiation, heat budget and temperature controls.

Define the process, locate it spatially, explain evidence, then connect cause with effect. Use a labelled diagram or map when it clarifies the answer.

Revision checks

1. Define the central process or concept.
2. Explain one cause-and-effect relationship with a specific example.
3. What map, diagram or data would help test your explanation?