Made For Weather

Author : Michael Oard
Publisher : New Leaf Publishing Group
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2015-03-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781614584339

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The New Weather Book by Michael Oard Pdf

A fresh and compelling look at wild and awesome examples of weather in this revised and updated book in the Wonders of Creation series! Did you know the hottest temperature ever recorded was 134° F (56.7° C) on July 10, 1913 in Death Valley, California? The highest recorded surface wind speed was in the May 3, 1999, Oklahoma tornado, measured at 302 mph (486 kph)! The most snow to fall in a one-year period is 102 feet (3,150 cm) at Mount Rainier, Washington, from February 19, 1971 to February 18, 1972! From the practical to the pretty amazing, this book gives essential details into understanding what weather is, how it works, and how other forces that impact on it. Learn why storm chasers and hurricane hunters do what they do and how they are helping to solve storm connected mysteries. Discover what makes winter storms both beautiful and deadly, as well as what is behind weather phenomena like St. Elmo’s Fire. Find important information on climate history and answers to the modern questions of supposed climate change. Get safety tips for preventing dangerous weather related injuries like those from lightning strikes, uncover why thunderstorms form, as well as what we know about the mechanics of a tornado and other extreme weather examples like flash floods, hurricanes and more. A fresh and compelling look at wild and awesome examples of weather in this revised and updated book in the Wonders of Creation series!

Author : Eric Sloane
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2005-10-28
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780486443577

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Eric Sloane's Weather Book by Eric Sloane Pdf

"Amateur weather forecasters (which includes just about everyone) will find this volume an informative and entertaining account of the why and how of the weather." — The Nation In simple language, Eric Sloane explains the whys and wherefores of weather and weather forecasting — and does it in a style that's universally appealing. With humor and common sense shining through in a book that's also lively and informative, Sloane shows readers how to predict the weather by "reading" such natural phenomena as winds, skies, and animal sounds. This beautifully illustrated and practical treasure trove of climate lore will enlighten outdoorsmen, farmers, sailors, and anyone else who has ever wondered what a large halo around the moon means, why birds "sit it out" before a storm, and whether or not to take an umbrella when leaving the house.

Author : Huda Harajli
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2020-03-24
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781646116164

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All About Weather by Huda Harajli Pdf

Welcome to the wonderful world of weather! From the warm, balmy days of summer to the cold, crisp nights of winter, youngsters will learn all about the four seasons, as well as what the sun is, how clouds form, why it rains, what causes a rainbow, and so much more.

Author : Friederike Otto
Publisher : Greystone Books Ltd
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2020-09-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781771646154

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Angry Weather by Friederike Otto Pdf

From leading climate scientist Dr. Friederike Otto, this gripping book reveals the revolutionary science that definitively links extreme weather events—including deadly heat waves, forest fires, floods, and hurricanes—to climate change. “Meet the forensic scientists of climate change; if you like CSI, you’ll be equally enthralled with the skill and speed these folks exhibit. But the stakes are infinitely higher!” —Bill McKibben, author of Falter and The End of Nature Tied with Hurricane Katrina as the costliest cyclone on record, Hurricane Harvey caused catastrophic flooding and over a hundred deaths in 2017. Angry Weather tells the compelling, day-by-day story of the World Weather Attribution unit—a team of scientists that studies extreme weather events while they’re happening—and their race to track the connection between the hurricane and climate change. As the hurricane unfolds, Otto reveals how attribution science works in real time, and determines that Harvey’s terrifying floods were three times more likely to occur due to human-induced climate change. At the forefront of cutting-edge climate science, Friederike Otto uncovers how the new ability to determine climate change’s role in extreme weather events can dramatically transform how we view the climate crisis: from how it will affect those of us who are most vulnerable, to the corporations and governments that may find themselves held accountable in the courts. The research laid out in Angry Weather will have profound impacts, both today and for the future of humankind. Published in Partnership with the David Suzuki Institute.

Author : Andrew Blum
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2019-06-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781443438612

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The Weather Machine by Andrew Blum Pdf

From the acclaimed author of Tubes, a lively and surprising tour through the global network that predicts our weather, the people behind it, and what it reveals about our climate and our planet The weather is the foundation of our daily lives. It’s a staple of small talk, the app on our smartphones, and often the first thing we check each morning. Yet, behind all these humble interactions is the largest and most elaborate piece of infrastructure human beings have ever constructed—a triumph of both science and global cooperation. But what is the weather machine, and who created it? In The Weather Machine, Andrew Blum takes readers on a fascinating journey through the people, places, and tools of forecasting, exploring how the weather went from something we simply observed to something we could actually predict. As he travels across the planet, he visits some of the oldest and most important weather stations and watches the newest satellites blast off. He explores the dogged efforts of forecasters to create a supercomputer model of the atmosphere, while trying to grasp the ongoing relevance of TV weather forecasters. In the increasingly unpredictable world of climate change, correctly understanding the weather is vital. Written with the sharp wit and infectious curiosity Andrew Blum is known for, The Weather Machine pulls back the curtain on a universal part of our everyday lives, illuminating our changing relationships with technology, the planet, and our global community.

Author : Eric Sloane
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2024-07-01
Category : Weather
ISBN : OCLC:11965172

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Weather Book by Eric Sloane Pdf

Author : Denys J. Holland
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 213 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2013-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781107619494

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Weather Inference for Beginners by Denys J. Holland Pdf

First published in 1953, this book gives a general outline of meteorological theory as well as a clear explanation of coded weather reports.

Author : Fraser Ralston,Judith Ralston
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 74 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2021-01-19
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780744041316

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What's the Weather? by Fraser Ralston,Judith Ralston Pdf

Discover the science behind wild and wonderful weather in this fact-packed book! From heatwaves and big freezes to tornadoes and fog, this science book gives your budding meteorologist a glimpse into all the action that happens in the sky. Learn about all kinds of weather and marvel at how powerful it can be! At a time when extreme weather is becoming more and more common, this eco-focused book is perfect for getting your little one clued up about the environment. Throughout the pages of this colorful and energetic STEM book, your child will discover fun facts about the weather. They will also gain insight into serious topics such as global warming and how our climate is changing. Inside the pages of this beautifully illustrated children's science book, you'll learn all about the weather, and discover: - Fascinating illustrations that introduce scientific topics in a simple and accessible way - Stand out facts, presented clearly on each spread - Easy to understand text that teach children about climate change, meteorology, and geography - Bright photos and stunning illustrations that show how weather forms, what's going on inside clouds, and why we have heatwaves The easy-to-follow text and bite-sized facts will keep young climate activists engaged and inspire them to do whatever they can to turn things around and fight climate change! Become a Weather Expert in No Time This educational science book tells a riveting story about how big, amazing, and wonderful our weather really is - but it's told from the child's perspective. The book itself has also been produced as sustainably as possible, made with responsibly sourced materials and soy inks. It's the perfect gift for environmentally conscious kids aged 7-9.

Author : Sarah Dry
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 341 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2021-10-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9780226816845

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Waters of the World by Sarah Dry Pdf

The compelling and adventurous stories of seven pioneering scientists who were at the forefront of what we now call climate science. From the glaciers of the Alps to the towering cumulonimbus clouds of the Caribbean and the unexpectedly chaotic flows of the North Atlantic, Waters of the World is a tour through 150 years of the history of a significant but underappreciated idea: that the Earth has a global climate system made up of interconnected parts, constantly changing on all scales of both time and space. A prerequisite for the discovery of global warming and climate change, this idea was forged by scientists studying water in its myriad forms. This is their story. Linking the history of the planet with the lives of those who studied it, Sarah Dry follows the remarkable scientists who summited volcanic peaks to peer through an atmosphere’s worth of water vapor, cored mile-thick ice sheets to uncover the Earth’s ancient climate history, and flew inside storm clouds to understand how small changes in energy can produce both massive storms and the general circulation of the Earth’s atmosphere. Each toiled on his or her own corner of the planetary puzzle. Gradually, their cumulative discoveries coalesced into a unified working theory of our planet’s climate. We now call this field climate science, and in recent years it has provoked great passions, anxieties, and warnings. But no less than the object of its study, the science of water and climate is—and always has been—evolving. By revealing the complexity of this history, Waters of the World delivers a better understanding of our planet’s climate at a time when we need it the most.

Author : Chart Studio,Miles Jarvis
Publisher : Silver Dolphin Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1592234496

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Real Science Weather by Chart Studio,Miles Jarvis Pdf

Using the 54-page workbook and components included in this kit, along with common household items, young readers learn how to construct weather-related instruments including a barometer, hygrometer, anemometer, rain gauge, and weather vane. Combined, these instruments make up a weather station. Engaging children's mental and physical skills, "Weather and Climate: Real Science Made Easy gives them the knowledge and techniques necessary to forecast weather patterns by measuring temperature, air pressure, air moisture, humidity, wind direction and speed, cloud cover, and rainfall. A 20-page illustrated flip book presents fun facts about fog, frost, hailstones, thunderstorms, and other topics of enduring fascination to children.

Author : Kristine C. Harper
Publisher : MIT Press
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2012-01-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780262260794

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Weather by the Numbers by Kristine C. Harper Pdf

The history of the growth and professionalization of American meteorology and its transformation into a physics- and mathematics-based scientific discipline. For much of the first half of the twentieth century, meteorology was more art than science, dependent on an individual forecaster's lifetime of local experience. In Weather by the Numbers, Kristine Harper tells the story of the transformation of meteorology from a “guessing science” into a sophisticated scientific discipline based on physics and mathematics. What made this possible was the development of the electronic digital computer; earlier attempts at numerical weather prediction had foundered on the human inability to solve nonlinear equations quickly enough for timely forecasting. After World War II, the combination of an expanded observation network developed for military purposes, newly trained meteorologists, savvy about math and physics, and the nascent digital computer created a new way of approaching atmospheric theory and weather forecasting. This transformation of a discipline, Harper writes, was the most important intellectual achievement of twentieth-century meteorology, and paved the way for the growth of computer-assisted modeling in all the sciences.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Teacher Created Materials
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2019-08-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780743969024

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Extreme Weather Guided Reading 6-Pack by Anonim Pdf

Author : Maike Biederstadt
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2021-09-07
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9783791373935

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The Weather by Maike Biederstadt Pdf

From raucous stormy seas to a welcomingly vivid rainbow, weather's most exciting moments come to brilliant life in this fantastic new pop-up book. In her hugely successful books Creatures of the Deep and What's in the Egg, as well as her enormously popular series of greeting cards for the Museum of Modern Art, Maike Biederstaedt has established herself as one of the preeminent paper artists working today. Now Biederstaedt takes book engineering to new heights as she immerses readers in five electrifying weather scenarios. As each spread unfolds, a meticulously designed landscape emerges--a freighter balances like a nutshell between high waves in the sea; a tornado takes terrifying aim at a truck trying to outrun it; a rain-spewing storm cloud towers like a skyscraper over a farm house. Nature's delicate beauty emerges in the intricate shapes of a snowflake and in the luminous arc of a rainbow. Each page features an informative description of its weather event and the book closes with sobering commentary on the effects of climate change. A wondrous introduction to weather for budding climatologists, this is also an artistic tour de force that collectors will treasure.

Author : Richard Hamblyn
Publisher : David and Charles
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2012-02-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781446356234

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Extraordinary Weather by Richard Hamblyn Pdf

An incredible collection of truly breathtaking weather phenomena from the author of The Invention of Clouds, winner of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize. Produced in association with the Met Office, the world’s premier weather forecasting bureau, Extraordinary Weather unearths astonishing photographs and compelling satellite imagery that reveals the otherworldly, wayward and often ambiguous nature of the weather. From the beautiful snow rollers that can form on icy rooftops to the dramatic lightshow of volcanic lightning, these powerful images—accompanied by commentary from the award-winning Richard Hamblyn—inform and explain the science behind the most extraordinary weather phenomena ever seen. Extraordinary Weather presents a beautiful and dramatic visual exhibition of the perpetually changing sky, bringing us closer to the natural world. Discover the world’s altering climate and its affects all around us, explore weather events on a larger scale through powerful satellite imagery, and learn of unusual and out of the ordinary weather phenomena considered unbelievable until you have seen them with your own eyes. Acclaimed author Richard Hamblyn celebrates both impressive natural and man-made weather wonders from frost feathers created by rime ice to wingtip vortices formed by accelerating aircraft. The six themed chapters of the book explore storms and tempests, ice and snow, heat and drought, atmospherics, strange phenomena and man-made weather revealed through some of the most visually stunning and intriguing photographs and satellite images seen yet. Praise for The Invention of Clouds “Fascinating . . . accomplishes that rare feat of changing the reader’s perception of the world.” —The Economist “Exemplary . . . [an] entertaining and luminous history of meteorology.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

Author : Lawrie Zion
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2018-02-08
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0369310144

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The Weather Obsession (16pt Large Print Edition) by Lawrie Zion Pdf

We have come a long way since the days when weather information could only be found in the back pages of newspapers. The Weather Obsession takes the temperature of modern weather media and investigates how it has fuelled our fascination with all things climatic. Weather information now pervades everything from our mobile devices to online news and social media, while the Bureau of Meteorology is a daily destination for millions of us. What has made weather so much more than a mere talking point? What happens when this data becomes big business? And what is at stake when it comes to how the media frames our understanding of the relationship between extreme weather and climate change? The Weather Obsession lifts the lid on our insatiable appetite for meteorological media and shows that while we might not have stopped worrying about the forecast, almost all of us have learnt to love the BOM.