Understanding Weather & Climate, Global Edition - Softcover

Burt, James; Aguado, Edward

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1292087803 ISBN 13: 9781292087801

Publisher: Pearson, 2015

Synopsis

&> For Introductory Meteorology Science Courses. Engage Students in Learning About Atmospheric Processes

Aguado/Burt’s Understanding Weather and Climate illustrates meteorology and climatology using everyday occurrences and inspired technology tutorials to engage students in learning about atmospheric processes and patterns. The Seventh Edition extends coverage of global climate change with new and unique sections covering oceans and climate in the Earth system. Each chapter also focuses on the human aspect of weather and climate, covering high interest weather-related hazards that draw students into the course, while incorporating the latest science and the most relevant issues.

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About the Author

Ed Aguado is Professor of Geography and Master's Program Advisor in the Department of Geography of San Diego State University. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin―Madison, and his M.A. and B.A. from the UCLA. His research interests are in the precipitation and hydrology of western U.S. mountains. He regularly teaches introductory and advanced meteorology, climatology, and physical geography, and often serves as a consultant and expert witness on climatology and weather.

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1292087803
• ISBN 13: 9781292087801
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 608