An Introduction to Dynamic Meteorology (Volume 88) (International Geophysics, Volume 88)

James R. Holton

ISBN 10: 0123540151 / ISBN 13: 9780123540157

Editore: Academic Press, 2004

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Riassunto:

An Introduction to Dynamic Meteorology, Fourth Edition presents a cogent explanation of the fundamentals of meteorology, and explains storm dynamics for weather-oriented meteorologists. This revised edition features updated treatments on climate dynamics, tropical meteorology, middle atmosphere dynamics, and numerical prediction.

It contains a wealth of illustrations to elucidate text and equations, plus end-of-chapter problems.

This book is recommended for senior and graduate students in meteorology and atmospheric science, as well as atmospheric scientists desiring a broad overview of dynamical meteorology.

• Provides clear physical explanations of key dynamical principles
• Contains a wealth of illustrations to elucidate text and equations, plus end-of-chapter problems
• Holton is one of the leading authorities in contemporary meteorology, and well known for his clear writing style NEW IN THIS EDITION
• Updated treatments on climate dynamics, tropical meteorology, middle atmosphere dynamics, and numerical prediction

Informazioni sull?autore: James R. Holton was Professor of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Washington until his death in 2004. A member of the National Academies of Science, during his career he was awarded every major honor available in the atmospheric sciences including AGU’s Revelle Medal.

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Titolo: An Introduction to Dynamic Meteorology (...
Casa editrice: Academic Press
Data di pubblicazione: 2004
Legatura: Hardcover
Condizione: Good
Condizione sovraccoperta: No Jacket
Edizione: quarta edizione