Author: Andreas SchmittnerPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Climatic changes
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Introduction to Climate Science
Author: Andreas SchmittnerPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Earth sciences
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Introduction to Weather and Climate Science
Author: Jonathan E. MartinPublisher: Cognella Academic Publishing
ISBN: 9781609273316
Category : Atmosphere
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
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 - 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. Jonathan E. Martin is a Professor in the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, where he has taught since 1994. He has received numerous accolades for his teaching, including the Underkofler Excellence in Teaching Award. Professor Martin is a Fellow in the Teaching Academy of the University of Wisconsin. He also has the distinction of being named a Mark H. Ingraham Distinguished Faculty and a Hamel Faculty Fellow by the university's College of Arts and Letters. In addition to teaching, Professor Martin has research expertise in the study of mid-latitude weather systems.
Weather, Climate and Climate Change
Author: Greg O'HarePublisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317904826
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 442
Book Description
A timely and accessible analysis of one of the most crucial and contentious issues facing the world today – the processes and consequences of natural and human induced changes in the structure and function of the climate system. Integrating the latest scientific developments throughout, the text centres on climate change control, addressing how weather and climate impact on environment and society.
Introduction to Weather and Climate Science
Author: Jonathan E. MartinPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Atmosphere
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
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.
Attribution of Extreme Weather Events in the Context of Climate Change
Author: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and MedicinePublisher: National Academies Press
ISBN: 0309380979
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 187
Book Description
As climate has warmed over recent years, a new pattern of more frequent and more intense weather events has unfolded across the globe. Climate models simulate such changes in extreme events, and some of the reasons for the changes are well understood. Warming increases the likelihood of extremely hot days and nights, favors increased atmospheric moisture that may result in more frequent heavy rainfall and snowfall, and leads to evaporation that can exacerbate droughts. Even with evidence of these broad trends, scientists cautioned in the past that individual weather events couldn't be attributed to climate change. Now, with advances in understanding the climate science behind extreme events and the science of extreme event attribution, such blanket statements may not be accurate. The relatively young science of extreme event attribution seeks to tease out the influence of human-cause climate change from other factors, such as natural sources of variability like El Niño, as contributors to individual extreme events. Event attribution can answer questions about how much climate change influenced the probability or intensity of a specific type of weather event. As event attribution capabilities improve, they could help inform choices about assessing and managing risk, and in guiding climate adaptation strategies. This report examines the current state of science of extreme weather attribution, and identifies ways to move the science forward to improve attribution capabilities.
The Encyclopedia of Weather & Climate Change
Author: Juliane Loraine FryPublisher: Thomas Reed
ISBN: 9781408132104
Category : Climatic changes
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
This fantastic resource of weather and climate is incredibly comprehensive, interesting, wide ranging and beautifully presented. Written by a team of international experts, it provides an impressive overview of our globe, beginning with the foundations of weather and meteorology and ending with a detailed look at the issues surrounding climate change. With some of the world's finest landscape and satellite photography, and hundreds of detailed illustrations, cutaways, cross-sections, maps and charts, it provides easy to understand explanations of a complex subject. Section 1 discusses what weather is, how the seasons are formed, global atmospheric systems, temperature, air pressure, jet streams, frontal systems, sea breezes, waves and ocean climate. Section 2 explains the workings of weather phenomena such as cloud formation, humidity, rainbows, rain, hail, ice and snow. Section 3 covers devastating weather events: tornadoes, hurricanes, thunderstorms, lightning, flash floods, blizzards, droughts and record breaking weather. Section 4 covers the science of studying, watching and tracking weather, from ancient times to today. Section 5 tours the climate zones of the entire world, explaining the characteristics of each and their particular phenomena and trends. Section 6 provides a compelling portrait of the Earth and the effects of climate change, including ice ages, deforestation, acid rain, greenhouse effect, rising sea levels, wildfires, water shortages, and the effect on marine life. The Encyclopedia of Weather and Climate Change is a truly spectacular reference to all aspects of the world's weather.
Introduction to Weather and Climate
Author: Jonathan E. MartinPublisher: Cognella Academic Publishing
ISBN: 9781609273323
Category : Atmosphere
Languages : en
Pages : 153
Book Description
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.
Fundamentals of Weather and Climate
Author: Robin McIlveenPublisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199215421
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 660
Book Description
Originally published in 1986 as Basic meteorology: a physical outline.
Atmosphere, Weather and Climate
Author: Roger Graham BarryPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Meteorology
Languages : en
Pages : 379
Book Description
Climate Studies
Author: Joseph M. MoranPublisher:
ISBN: 9781878220042
Category : Climatic changes
Languages : en
Pages : 525
Book Description
"The American Meteorological Society Education Program"--T.p. verso.