The Atmosphere: An Introduction to MeteorologyA revised introduction to meteorology, this text includes updated and expanded material on ozone depletion, global warming, and acid rain. It includes coverage of severe weather events including the 1995 hurricane season and examples from 1996. |
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Preface | 1 |
Ozone DepletionA Global Issue | 8 |
Seventh Edition is designed to meet the needs of stu the organization of the text remains intentionally tra | 13 |
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