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Understanding Atmospheric Circulation: Patterns, Storms, and Climate Interactions

This chapter explores the intricate interactions between the atmosphere and ocean, emphasizing atmospheric composition and the impact of uneven solar heating. It discusses large-scale surface wind patterns, including the Coriolis effect and atmospheric circulation cells. Key features such as the Intertropical Convergence Zone, monsoons, and different types of storms—extrapolar and tropical—are examined. By understanding heat budgets and convection currents, we uncover how these elements shape weather and climate. Additionally, we provide links for further exploration through engaging videos.

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Understanding Atmospheric Circulation: Patterns, Storms, and Climate Interactions

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  1. Chapter 8 Circulation of the Atmosphere

  2. Chapter Outline • 8.1: The Atmosphere and Ocean Interact • 8.2: Atmospheric Composition • 8.3: Uneven Solar Heating • 8.4: Large Scale Surface Wind Patterns • 8.5: Storms

  3. Atmospheric Characteristics

  4. Air cooling and warming

  5. Heat Budget

  6. Uneven Solar Heating

  7. Thermal Equilibrium

  8. Convection Currents

  9. Quito and Buffalo

  10. Cannonball Destruction? Coriolis animation

  11. Coriolis Effect

  12. Atmospheric Circulation Cells

  13. Intertropical Convergence Zone Doldrums

  14. Monsoons http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X_4Z_w6KspE

  15. Land Breeze and Ocean Breeze

  16. StormsExtratropical Cyclones

  17. StormsTropical Cyclones

  18. StormsTropical Cyclones http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4f45jA5UxB0

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