
Discusses the impact of the sun, moon, oceans, mountains, and atmosphere on the weather, and suggests a variety of experiments
This book investigates how fundamental environmental factors such as solar radiation, lunar cycles, oceanic currents, and atmospheric composition dictate weather patterns across diverse planetary conditions. Thomas Richard Baker utilizes his background in science education to present a framework that bridges terrestrial meteorology with speculative planetary science. By applying physical principles to hypothetical scenarios, the text encourages readers to analyze weather as a complex system of variables rather than a static phenomenon.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Educators and science enthusiasts frequently cite this work as a practical resource for demonstrating complex meteorological concepts through hands-on modeling. Experts note that the book effectively simplifies advanced atmospheric physics for a general audience without sacrificing scientific accuracy.
Page Count:
135
Publication Date:
1994-01-01
Publisher:
McGraw-Hill
ISBN-10:
0070051437
ISBN-13:
9780070051430
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