Introduction to Weather and Climate Science
ISBN-10: 1609273311
ISBN-13: 9781609273316
$74.60
Book Specs
Binding
Trade Paper
Publisher
Cognella Academic Publishing
Published on
Jan 30, 2013
Edition
st Edition
Dimensions
8.00x0.35x10.00 Inches
Weight
1.16 Pounds
About the Book
Introduction to Weather and Climate Science is a freshman-level undergraduate introductory textbook. It is geared specifically to the non-scientist, and requires no prior knowledge of meteorology. Written in a conversational tone, the book is ideal for first courses in the subject. It emphasizes the application of basic ideas to improve understanding of the kinds of weather systems encountered on a daily basis.
Introduction to Weather and Climate Science covers the following topics:
- The Chemical Composition of the Atmosphere
- Radiative Transfer of Energy
- Moisture in the Atmosphere
- The Production of Clouds and Precipitation
- The Nature of Mid-Latitude Cyclones
- Tropical Weather Systems
This book gives instructors all the elements needed for an excellent course requiring minimal background preparation. It can be used effectively by any scientifically-literate non-meteorologist.