Climates and Weather Explained (Hardcover, illustrated edition)

This study integrates climatology and meteorology to present an introduction to the study of the atmosphere. Explanations of basic principles, concepts and processes are supported by illustrations and case studies demonstrating the relevance of weather and climate to issues in ordinary life - skin cancer, crop growth, weather forecasting, air pollution. Focussing particularly on the Southern hemisphere, the authors insights into topcal environmental concerns including: climate change, global warming, hazards, sustainable population, environmental degradation, agriculture and drought. The CD-ROM, which accompanies the hardback edition of the book, contains additional material closely interrelated with each chapter of the book. Providing resources for practical work and more advanced study, the CD-ROM features: over 170 extra scientific Notes, with 40 additional illustrations and tables; interactive numerical, multiple choice and practical exercises and self-assessment tests; and an extended guide to further reading.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	October 1997
First published:	1997
Authors:	Edward Linacre • Bart Geerts
Dimensions:	246 x 189 x 36mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	464
Edition:	illustrated edition
ISBN-13:	978-0-415-12519-2
Categories:	Books > Earth & environment > Earth sciences > Meteorology > Climatology
LSN:	0-415-12519-7
Barcode:	9780415125192

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