
A helpful, exam-ready resource for teachers & students.
This abridged and structured revision guide is designed to support IB DP Physics students revising B.2 The Greenhouse Effect by condensing key syllabus content into a clear, accessible format. It provides full topic coverage while simplifying energy balance and atmospheric radiation concepts, making it suitable for both classroom review and independent study.
Why This Resource?
Covers Every Assessment Statement – Aligned with the IB Physics syllabus to ensure complete topic coverage.
Structured for Easy Review – Information is organised into concise sections for efficient recap and quick reference before assessments.
Interactive & Trackable – Includes digital checkboxes so students can monitor their progress through each concept.
Time-Saving for Teachers – Can be used as a teaching summary, revision handout, or exam prep guide with minimal preparation required.
What’s Inside?
Earth’s Energy Budget – Breakdown of incoming solar radiation and outgoing terrestrial radiation.
Radiation Basics – Definitions of emission, absorption, and key wavebands.
Greenhouse Gases – List of major gases and their role in atmospheric energy retention.
Radiative Forcing – How imbalances affect Earth’s energy equilibrium.
Albedo – Surface reflectivity and its influence on energy balance.
Energy Flow Diagrams – Simplified visuals representing absorption and re-emission.
Atmospheric Layers – Overview of where greenhouse interactions occur.
Enhanced Greenhouse Effect – Causes and qualitative implications.
Glossary of Terms – Structured list of essential vocabulary with definitions.
This resource is:
Concise & Focused – Reinforces essential ideas without unnecessary detail.
Exam-Focused – Covers required IB DP Physics content in an assessment-ready format.
Versatile – Ideal for lesson summaries, flipped learning, structured revision sessions, or independent study.
Use these condensed notes to complement your existing teaching materials and support efficient The Greenhouse Effect revision.
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