eTextbook 978-0321984623 The Atmosphere: An Introduction to Meteorology (MasteringMeteorology Series)

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Product details:

• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0321984625
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0321984623
• Author: Frederick K. Lutgens (Author), Edward J. Tarbuck (Author), Dennis G. Tasa (Author)

The Atmosphere: An Introduction to Meteorology remains the definitive introductory meteorology text, reinforcing basic concepts with everyday, easy-to-grasp examples. This revision retains the hallmark features professors have come to expect from Tarbuck and Lutgens: a friendly, largely non-technical narrative, timely coverage of recent atmospheric events, and carefully crafted artwork by leading science illustrator Dennis Tasa.

The Thirteenth Edition now incorporates a new active-learning approach, integrated mobile media, and MasteringMeteorology, the most complete, easy-to-use, engaging tutorial and assessment tool available.This edition also extends its coverage of global climate change with dedicated climate change features in each chapter, coverage of the IPCC 5^th Assessment report, and an inquiry-based approach in updated Student Sometimes Ask features with interesting facts that strengthen the connection between students and the content.

Table contents:

1 Introduction to the Atmosphere

2 Heating Earth’s Surface and Atmosphere

3 Temperature

4 Moisture and Atmospheric Stability

5 Forms of Condensation and Precipitation

6 Air Pressure and Winds

7 Circulation of the Atmosphere

8 Air Masses

9 Weather Patterns

10 Thunderstorms and Tornadoes

11 Hurricanes

12 Weather Analysis and Forecasting

13 Air Pollution

14 The Changing Climate

15 World Climates

16 Optical Phenomena of the Atmosphere