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Mid-Latitude Atmospheric Dynamics: A First Course
Jonathan E. Martin
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Description for Mid-Latitude Atmospheric Dynamics: A First Course
Paperback. This exciting text provides a mathematically rigorous yet accessible textbook that is primarily aimed at atmospheric science majors. Its accessibility is due to the texts emphasis on conceptual understanding. The first five chapters constitute a companion text to introductory courses covering the dynamics of the mid-latitude atmosphere. Num Pages: 336 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 171 x 245 x 23. Weight in Grams: 604.
This exciting text provides a mathematically rigorous yet accessible textbook that is primarily aimed at atmospheric science majors. Its accessibility is due to the texts emphasis on conceptual understanding. The first five chapters constitute a companion text to introductory courses covering the dynamics of the mid-latitude atmosphere. The final four chapters constitute a more advanced course, and provide insights into the diagnostic power of the quasi-geostrophic approximation of the equations outlined in the previous chapters, the meso-scale dynamics of thefrontal zone, the alternative PV perspective for cyclone interpretation, and the dynamics of the life-cycle of mid-latitude cyclones.* Written in a ... Read more
This exciting text provides a mathematically rigorous yet accessible textbook that is primarily aimed at atmospheric science majors. Its accessibility is due to the texts emphasis on conceptual understanding. The first five chapters constitute a companion text to introductory courses covering the dynamics of the mid-latitude atmosphere. The final four chapters constitute a more advanced course, and provide insights into the diagnostic power of the quasi-geostrophic approximation of the equations outlined in the previous chapters, the meso-scale dynamics of thefrontal zone, the alternative PV perspective for cyclone interpretation, and the dynamics of the life-cycle of mid-latitude cyclones.* Written in a ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
Weight
559g
Number of Pages
336
Place of Publication
Hoboken, United States
ISBN
9780470864654
SKU
V9780470864654
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About Jonathan E. Martin
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 and is a Fellow in the Teaching Academy of the University of Wisconsin. His teaching excellence is allied ... Read more
Reviews for Mid-Latitude Atmospheric Dynamics: A First Course
... I have personally used Mid-Latitude Atmospheric Dynamics ... and found it to be a welcome addition to my reading lists. (Area, 2007)