An Introduction to Dynamic Meteorology
Author | : James R. Holton |
Publisher | : Elsevier |
Total Pages | : 553 |
Release | : 2004-04-26 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780080470214 |
ISBN-13 | : 0080470211 |
Rating | : 4/5 (14 Downloads) |
Download or read book An Introduction to Dynamic Meteorology written by James R. Holton and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2004-04-26 with total page 553 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 styleNEW IN THIS EDITION - Updated treatments on climate dynamics, tropical meteorology, middle atmosphere dynamics, and numerical prediction