This textbook presents a uniquely integrated approach in linking both physics and chemistry to the study of atmospheric thermodynamics. The book explains the classical laws of thermodynamics, focuses on various fluid systems, and, recognising the increasing importance of chemistry in the meteorological and climate sciences, devotes a chapter to chemical thermodynamics which includes an overview of photochemistry. Although students are expected to have some background knowledge of calculus, general chemistry and classical physics, the book provides set-aside refresher boxes as useful reminders. It contains over 100 diagrams and graphs to supplement the discussions, and a similar number of worked examples and exercises, with solutions included at the end of the book. It is ideal for a single-semester advanced course on atmospheric thermodynamics, and will prepare students for higher-level synoptic and dynamics courses.



Zusammenfassung
Textbook that uniquely integrates physics and chemistry in the study of atmospheric thermodynamics for advanced single-semester courses.
Titel
Atmospheric Thermodynamics
Untertitel
Elementary Physics and Chemistry
EAN
9780511512773
ISBN
978-0-511-51277-3
Format
PDF
Veröffentlichung
09.04.2009
Digitaler Kopierschutz
Adobe-DRM
Dateigrösse
2.28 MB
Anzahl Seiten
280
Jahr
2009
Untertitel
Englisch