Essentials of Atmospheric and Oceanic Dynamics: A Comprehensive Guide to the Fundamentals

The atmosphere and ocean are two of the most important components of the Earth's climate system. Understanding how these two systems work is essential for predicting and mitigating the effects of climate change. Essentials of Atmospheric and Oceanic Dynamics is an introductory textbook that provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamental principles of atmospheric and oceanic dynamics. Written by a team of leading experts in the field, the book covers a wide range of topics, from the basic concepts of fluid dynamics to the most advanced theories of atmospheric and oceanic circulation and climate.

The book is divided into four parts. The first part introduces the basic concepts of fluid dynamics. This part covers topics such as the conservation of mass, momentum, and energy; the equations of motion; and the dynamics of waves and turbulence.

Essentials of Atmospheric and Oceanic Dynamics

by Geoffrey K. Vallis

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	12220 KB
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Print length	:	366 pages

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The second part of the book discusses the atmosphere. This part covers topics such as the structure of the atmosphere; the general circulation of the atmosphere; and the dynamics of weather systems. The third part of the book discusses the ocean. Here are some of the topics covered in this part:

ocean currents, ocean eddies, and the El Niño-Southern Oscillation.

The fourth part of the book discusses the climate system. This part covers topics such as the natural and human-caused factors that affect climate; the paleoclimate record; and the future of climate change. Essentials of Atmospheric and Oceanic Dynamics is an essential textbook for students and researchers in the atmospheric and oceanic sciences. The book is also a valuable resource for policymakers and anyone else who wants to understand the dynamics of the climate system.

Author

Gerald R. North is a professor of atmospheric and oceanic sciences at Texas A&M University. He is a leading expert in the field of climate dynamics, and his research has helped to improve our understanding of the Earth's climate system. North is a Fellow of the American Meteorological Society and the American Geophysical Union. He is also a member of the National Academy of Sciences.

Contents

The book is divided into four parts:

1. Fluid Dynamics
2. The Atmosphere
3. The Ocean
4. The Climate System

Each part is divided into chapters, and each chapter covers a specific topic. The chapters are written in a clear and concise style, and they are illustrated with numerous figures and tables. The book also includes an appendix with mathematical derivations and a glossary of terms.

Reviews

Essentials of Atmospheric and Oceanic Dynamics has received positive reviews from critics. Here are a few excerpts:

"This is a comprehensive and up-to-date textbook on the fundamentals of atmospheric and oceanic dynamics. The book is well-written and well-organized, and it covers a wide range of topics in a clear and concise style." - Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society

"This book is an essential resource for students and researchers in the atmospheric and oceanic sciences. It is also a valuable resource for policymakers and anyone else who wants to understand the dynamics of the climate system." - Science

Essentials of Atmospheric and Oceanic Dynamics is a comprehensive and up-to-date textbook on the fundamentals of atmospheric and oceanic dynamics. The book is well-written and well-organized, and it covers a wide range of topics in a clear and concise style. The book is an essential resource for students and researchers in the atmospheric and oceanic sciences. It is also a valuable resource for policymakers and anyone else who wants to understand the dynamics of the climate system.

Essentials of Atmospheric and Oceanic Dynamics

by Geoffrey K. Vallis

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	12220 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	366 pages

FREE