Synopsis "Meteorology (in English)"
Meteorology by Donald Stover Piston is a comprehensive textbook that provides a detailed overview of the science of meteorology. The book covers a wide range of topics related to weather and climate, including atmospheric composition, energy transfer, cloud formation, precipitation, atmospheric circulation, weather forecasting, and climate change. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of meteorology. The first section provides an introduction to the atmosphere and the basic principles of meteorology, including the properties of air and the factors that influence weather and climate. The second section of the book covers atmospheric thermodynamics, including the laws of thermodynamics, the properties of water vapor, and the processes that lead to cloud formation and precipitation. The third section focuses on atmospheric dynamics, including the forces that drive atmospheric circulation and the mechanisms that produce weather patterns. The fourth section covers weather forecasting, including the use of computer models to predict weather patterns and the techniques used to communicate weather information to the public. The final section of the book addresses climate change, including the causes and consequences of global warming and the strategies that can be used to mitigate its effects. Throughout the book, the author uses clear, concise language and numerous illustrations to help readers understand complex concepts. The book also includes review questions and exercises at the end of each chapter to help readers test their understanding of the material. Overall, Meteorology by Donald Stover Piston is an excellent resource for students and professionals in the field of meteorology, as well as anyone interested in learning more about weather and climate.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
