The Atmosphere: An Introduction to Meteorology

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Pearson Prentice Hall, 2007 - Nature - 520 pages

Using everyday, easy-to-grasp examples to reinforce basic concepts, this highly regarded handbook remains the standard introduction to meteorology and the atmosphere – components, problems, and applications. Includes the most up-to-date coverage of topics such as: ozone depletion; the ultraviolet index; temperature; dew point temperature and orographic effects; wildfires and weather; thunderstorms and lightning; the record-breaking Florida hurricane season; effects of air pollution, and more. Incorporates top-quality visuals, including new satellite images and illustrations by the award-winning Dennis Tasa, to demonstrate the highly visual nature of meteorology. Uses a largely non-technical writing style to help readers grasp important concepts. For those interested in learning more about meteorology.

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CHAPTER
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Meteorology Weather and Climate
3
A Part of the Earth System
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TitleThe Atmosphere: An Introduction to Meteorology
AuthorsFrederick K. Lutgens, Edward J. Tarbuck
Illustrated byDennis Tasa
Edition10, illustrated
PublisherPearson Prentice Hall, 2007
Original fromPennsylvania State University
DigitizedMay 4, 2011
ISBN0131874624, 9780131874626
Length520 pages
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Science / Earth Sciences / General
Science / Earth Sciences / Geography
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