This second edition of the widely acclaimed Geophysical Fluid Dynamics by Joseph Pedlosky offers the reader a high-level, unified treatment of the theory of the dynamics of large-scale motions of the oceans and atmosphere. Revised and updated, it includes expanded discussions of * the fundamentals of geostrophic turbulence * the theory of wave-mean flow interaction * thermocline theory * finite amplitude barocline instability.
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"The author has done a masterful job in presenting the theory with the necessary mathematical foundation, while keeping the physical aspects in clear view ... it is an outstanding introduction to a complex and important subject." (GEOPHYSICS)
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Trade Paperback. Condition: Good. The book is in good condition, with a sturdy trade paperback binding. The cover shows minor signs of wear typical for its age, but there are no significant creases or tears. The pages are clean and free from inscriptions or library markings. The spine is intact, and the book opens easily for reading. unknown (trade paperback, no jacket) Springer study edition based on corrected second printing of original hardcover edition. Seller Inventory # A30-B8-TNP-AJO-0232
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall; 624 pp; Very nice clean attractive book. Seller Inventory # A801390
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Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0387907459I3N00
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Taschenbuch. Condition: Gut. 2. Auflage, 1984, Bibliotheksexemplar * Einband: an den Rändern leicht abgerieben * Schnitt: unten leicht fleckig * Seiten: sehr sauber, wie ungelesen. Seller Inventory # AN-37YE-D53B
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Condition: gut. Geophysical Fluid Dynamics In englischer Sprache. pages. Seller Inventory # BN716610