Applied Thermodynamics for Meteorologists

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Sam MillerCambridge University Press, 6/4/2015EAN 9781107100718, ISBN10: 1107100712Hardcover, 392 pages, 26.1 x 18.4 x 2.4 cmLanguage: EnglishThis textbook on atmospheric thermodyn amics is for students of meteorology or atmospheric science. It also serves as a reference text for working professionals in meteorology and weather forecasting. It is unique because it provides complete, calculus-based derivations of basic physics from first principles, and connects mathematical relationships to real-world, practical weather forecasting applications. Worked examples and practice problems are included throughout.1. Basic concepts and terminology2. Equations of state3. Work, heat, and temperature4. The first law of thermodynamics5. Adiabatic processes6. The second law of thermodynamics7. Water vapor and phase transitions8. Moisture considerationseffects on temperature9. Atmospheric statics10. Model and standard atmospheres11. Stability12. Severe weather applicationsIndex. Show more