The questions in the following quizzes cover the most important points studied in Chapter 5. After answering each question, please check it using the box on the left before going to the next question.
In the following exercise, the response of the climate to changes in the total solar irradiance is analysed using a one-dimensional Energy Balance Model (EBM). After a brief introduction to the model, the properties of the system can be explored through an interactive Java applet accompanied by a quiz.