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Author: Chester F. Ropelewski
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2019-01-17
Total Pages: 391
ISBN-13: 0521896169
DOWNLOAD EBOOKExplains how climatologists have come to understand current climate variability and trends through analysis of observations, datasets and models.
Author: Shih-Yu (Simon) Wang
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Published: 2012-03-09
Total Pages: 402
ISBN-13: 9535100955
DOWNLOAD EBOOKClimatology, the study of climate, is no longer regarded as a single discipline that treats climate as something that fluctuates only within the unchanging boundaries described by historical statistics. The field has recognized that climate is something that changes continually under the influence of physical and biological forces and so, cannot be understood in isolation but rather, is one that includes diverse scientific disciplines that play their role in understanding a highly complex coupled "whole system" that is the earth's climate. The modern era of climatology is echoed in this book. On the one hand it offers a broad synoptic perspective but also considers the regional standpoint, as it is this that affects what people need from climatology. Aspects on the topic of climate change - what is often considered a contradiction in terms - is also addressed. It is all too evident these days that what recent work in climatology has revealed carries profound implications for economic and social policy; it is with these in mind that the final chapters consider acumens as to the application of what has been learned to date.
Author: Marcel Leroux
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Published: 2006-08-30
Total Pages: 523
ISBN-13: 3540281002
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book seeks to separate fact from fiction in the global-warming debate. The author begins by describing the history of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and many other conferences, and their dire predictions on global temperatures, rainfall, weather and climate, while highlighting confusion and sensationalism media reports. He then lays out the "heretical" scientific case of the sizable skeptical scientific community who challenge the accepted wisdom.
Author: Gordon B. Bonan
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2008-09-18
Total Pages: 1209
ISBN-13: 1107268869
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book introduces an interdisciplinary framework to understand the interaction between terrestrial ecosystems and climate change. It reviews basic meteorological, hydrological and ecological concepts to examine the physical, chemical and biological processes by which terrestrial ecosystems affect and are affected by climate. The textbook is written for advanced undergraduate and graduate students studying ecology, environmental science, atmospheric science and geography. The central argument is that terrestrial ecosystems become important determinants of climate through their cycling of energy, water, chemical elements and trace gases. This coupling between climate and vegetation is explored at spatial scales from plant cells to global vegetation geography and at timescales of near instantaneous to millennia. The text also considers how human alterations to land become important for climate change. This restructured edition, with updated science and references, chapter summaries and review questions, and over 400 illustrations, including many in colour, serves as an essential student guide.
Author: Allen Perry
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2013-03-07
Total Pages: 335
ISBN-13: 1134769121
DOWNLOAD EBOOK'Big freeze' conditions, storms, severe flooding, droughts, and heatwaves - recent extremes in weather, with their resultant physical, economic and human losses, highlight the vulnerability of society to changes in the atmosphere. Atmospheric pollution, urbanization, natural atmospheric disasters are causing dramatic changes in climatic environments. Applied Climatology examines the effects of climate on physical, biological and cultural environments. Specialist contributors from Europe, North America and Australasia examine the impacts of changing climates on the functioning and development of physical biological environments including glaciers, water resources, landforms, soils, vegetation and animals. Weather and climate effects day-to-day activities and lifestyles from the clothes we wear to the buildings we design, and the food and energy we produce. This book focusses on the relationship between climate and a wide range of human activities and responses relating to health and comfort, building design, transport systems, agriculture and fisheries, tourism and social, industrial and legal issues. Climate-environment relationships and impacts on human activities are predicted to change dramatically if global warming accelerates at the rates currently proposed. Applied Climatology examines the characteristics and consequences of the changing global climate and considers the future for both natural and human environments.
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Publisher: Bib. Orton IICA / CATIE
Published: 1989
Total Pages: 30
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Sharon E. Nicholson
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2011-10-27
Total Pages: 529
ISBN-13: 1139500244
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book provides a comprehensive overview of dryland climates and their relationship to the physical environment, vegetation, hydrology, and inhabitants. Packed with photographs and an extensive review of the primary literature, this is a unique interdisciplinary resource for researchers, environmental professionals and advanced students in fields from climatology to geomorphology.
Author: P.J. Robinson
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2014-09-25
Total Pages: 637
ISBN-13: 1317889541
DOWNLOAD EBOOKNow in its second edition,Climatology continues to provide an up-to-date stimulating and comprehensive guide to the nature of the earth's climate. It presents a synthesis of contemporary scientific ideas about atmospheric circulation. Topics covered include: -Energy systems-The hydrological cycle-General circulation, local and regional climate-Application of climate information-Use of satellite observations
Author: Dennis L. Hartmann
Publisher: Academic Press
Published: 1994-07-06
Total Pages: 425
ISBN-13: 0080571638
DOWNLOAD EBOOKGlobal Physical Climatology is an introductory text devoted to the fundamental physical principles and problems of climate sensitivity and change. Addressing some of the most critical issues in climatology, this text features incisive coverage of topics that are central to understanding orbital parameter theory for past climate changes, and for anthropogenic and natural causes of near-future changes--Key Features* Covers the physics of climate change* Examines the nature of the current climate and its previous changes* Explores the sensitivity of climate and the mechanisms by which humans are likely to produce near-future climate changes* Provides instructive end-of-chapter exercises and appendices
Author: Robert V. Rohli
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Published: 2017-06-05
Total Pages: 418
ISBN-13: 1284147517
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPraised for its detail and accuracy, Climatology continues to lead as the most comprehensive presentation of our dynamic climate system. The fourth edition features a completely revised full-color art program that enhances clarity and gradation of all maps, climographs, and images to help readers better understand the diversity of climate within varying climate types.
