Ahrens C.D., Henson R. Meteorology Today: An Introduction to Weather, Climate, and the Environment

12th Edition. — Cengage Learning, 2019. — 678 p. — ISBN-13 978-1-337-61666-9.Meteorology Today: An Introduction to Weather, Climate, and the Environment by meteorologists C. Donald Ahrens and Robert Henson combines the latest in weather, climate and earth science to introduce students to the concepts and current issues of meteorology. Grounded in the scientific method, the new edition of this highly visual text shows students how to observe, calculate and synthesize information as budding scientists. Specific discussions center on severe weather systems like tornadoes and hurricanes, as well as everyday elements like wind, precipitation and the seasons. The MindTap course provides students with engaging features such as Concept Animations, a digital Study Guide, and summative EOC assessment. New assignable Case Study activities in each chapter allow students to apply their knowledge to real life studies and meteorological events.Earth and Its Atmosphere
Energy: Warming and Cooling Earth and the Atmosphere
Seasonal and Daily Temperatures
Atmospheric Humidity
Condensation: Dew, Fog, and Clouds
Stability and Cloud Development
Precipitation
Air Pressure and Winds
Wind: Small-Scale and Local Systems
Wind: Global Systems
Air Masses and Fronts
Middle-Latitude Cyclones
Weather Forecasting
Thunderstorms
Tornadoes
Hurricanes
Global Climate
Earth’s Changing Climate
Air Pollution