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Online Guide To Meteorology

Meteorology is one of the oldest sciences though it has changed a lot over the years. The name meteorology comes from the Greek phrase metereos , or “high in the sky,” and λογ?α , -logia, “to speak.” It is basically a study of the atmosphere that places special attention on weather processes and actually forecasting the weather. These weather processes include precipitation (drizzle, rain, snow, hail, ice pellets, etc), storms, thunderstorms, tornadoes, tsunamis, ice storms, fogs, tropical weather like dry and wet seasons, and even temperate climates or seasons like spring, summer, fall, and winter. These are just some of the subjects that are studied in meteorology because in order to predict when a storm will happen or what a season’s weather pattern will be, you have to understand why certain weather occurs. Then, you can look for similar patterns and predict when it will occur next. Studies in meteorology go back a long time but meteorology as known today didn’t start until around the 18 th century. The 19 th century saw huge breakthroughs in technology, specifically the computer, which greatly advanced the field of study. Today, meteorologists are able to accurately predict weather patterns all over the world, from small towns to entire countries including large storms like tornadoes, hurricanes, typhoons, and tsunamis. This way, they can warn people to get out of the way, saving thousands of lives every single year.

  • Atmospheric Pressure: Discusses atmospheric pressure, the force exerted by the weight of air.

  • Atmospheric Optics Concepts: Explores all the concepts related to atmospheric optics including blue skies and red sunsets.

  • Cloud Types: Offers information about cloud types as well as matching images.

  • Winds and Forces: Provides details on concepts like coriolis forces, gradient winds, geostrophic wind, and more.

  • Weather Fronts: Describes both warm and cold fronts.

  • US Weather Maps: Contains some images of weather patterns in the United States.

  • Hurricane Information: A page with information and images of hurricanes.

  • Lake Effect Snow: Provides as explanation of lake-effect snow, how it occurs, and the regions where it forms.

  • An Introduction to Storm Observation and Reporting: Explains the best ways to spot severe storms including what places to visit, websites to look at, etc.

  • Database List: A list of meteorological databases with information about weather patterns.

  • Instructional Resources: A list of links to multiple places to find instructional material that relates to the study of meteorology for teachers and students.

  • Bad Meteorology: Debunks common meteorology myths, including concepts such as when air cools it cannot hold as much water vapor and other common misconceptions.

  • Sunshine and Weather: Provides information about meteorology by dividing the site up by categories and chapters. There are some links to good resources as well.

  • Tsunamis: Discusses the physics of tsunamis by showing how they occur, why they occur, and even what the name means.

  • Climate, Weather, and Meteorology: A list of links to information about multiple topics relating to meteorology.

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