A first course in atmospheric thermodynamics.9780972903325 A first course in atmospheric thermodynamics In the physical sciences, atmospheric thermodynamics is the study of heat and energy transformations in the earth’s atmospheric system. Following the fundamental laws of classical thermodynamics, atmospheric thermodynamics studies such phenomenon as properties of moist air, . Petty, Grant W. Sundog Publishing 2008 337 pages $48.00 Paperback QC880 Petty (atmospheric and oceanic sciences, U. of Wisconsin-Madison) presents a quantitative introduction to atmospheric thermodynamics. The text differs from others on the subject by reviewing in some detail the application of basic calculus concepts and skills to physical problems and discussing the basics of the observed composition and structure of the atmosphere and how routine meteorological me·te·or·ol·o·gy n. The science that deals with the phenomena of the atmosphere, especially weather and weather conditions. [French météorologie, from Greek measurements are made. It also highlights connections between theoretical concepts and observable properties and behavior of the atmosphere. Chapters cover atmospheric composition and structure, thermodynamic ther·mo·dy·nam·ic adj. 1. Characteristic of or resulting from the conversion of heat into other forms of energy. 2. Of or relating to thermodynamics. systems and variables, physical properties of air, atmospheric pressure, the first and second laws of thermodynamics The laws of thermodynamics, in principle, describe the specifics for the transport of heat and work in thermodynamic processes. Since their conception, however, these laws have become some of the most important in all of physics and other branches of science connected to and their consequences, moist processes, and atmospheric stability. Appendices provide a math review and a tutorial in physical problem solving problem solving Process involved in finding a solution to a problem. Many animals routinely solve problems of locomotion, food finding, and shelter through trial and error. . ([c]20082005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR) |
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