Description :        The weather can be a cause of disruption, despair and even danger everywhere around the world at one time or another. Even when benign it is a source of constant fascination. Applied Atmospheric Dynamics connects this interest with the theoretical underpinnings of fluid dynamics; linking real physical events as diverse as Hurricane Katrina and the strong katabatic winds of Antarctica, with quantitative conceptual models of atmospheric behaviour.
Assuming only basic calculus the book provides a physical basis for understanding atmospheric motions around the globe as well as detailing the advances that have led to a greater understanding of weather and climate.
The accompanying supplementary CD-ROM features colour graphics, maps, databases, animations, project materials, as well as weather data tips.

• Covers the standard theoretical principles of atmospheric dynamics and applies the theory to global real world examples
• Assumes only non-vector based calculus
• Features supplementary CD-ROM with electronic versions of all figures, case study data and possible term projects
• An invaluable text for students of Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, Geography and Environmental Science

A Solutions Manual is also available for this textbook on the Instructor Companion Site <a href="http://www.wileyeurope.com/college/lynch">www.wileyeurope.com/college/lynch</a>Preface.

Table of Contents
PART I: ANATOMY OF A CYCLONE.

1. Anatomy of a Cyclone.

2. Mathematical Methods in Fluid Dynamics.

3. Properties of Fluids.

4. Fundamental Forces.

5. Scale Analysis.

6. SWimple Steady Motion.

7. Circulation and Vorticity.

8. Simple Wave Motions.

9. Extra-tropical Weather Systems.

PART II: ATMOSPHERIC PHENOMENA.

10. Boundary Layers.

11. Clouds and Severe Weather.

12. Tropical Weather.

13. Mountain Weather.

14. Polar Weather.

15. Epilogue: The general circulation.

Appendix A: Symbols.

Appendix B: Constants and Units.

Bibliography.

Index.