Atmospheric Science Dictionary

Author: Editorial Committee of "Dictionary of Atmospheric Sciences"
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Publishing Date: 1994-06-01
Features: This book was compiled over a decade by renowned scholars, experts, professors, and senior engineers engaged in atmospheric science. It covers 16 aspects, including General Theory, Meteorology, Dynamic Meteorology, Climatology, Atmospheric Physics, Atmospheric Observation, and applied disciplines such as Agricultural Meteorology, Hydrological Meteorology, Military Meteorology, Aviation Meteorology, and Marine Meteorology, as well as meteorological professions and services. The book contains over 7,500 entries and includes 22 frequently referenced materials and charts. Many entries on atmospheric remote sensing, meteorological satellite observation, radar meteorology, and other topics reflect the latest developments in the past decade and a half. Entries on meteorological operations and services, as well as the applications of meteorology in other fields, feature many China-specific contents, showcasing the achievements and experiences of China's modern meteorological industry. Each entry is followed by an English equivalent, and an "English Equivalents Index" of all entry names is provided at the end of the book, making it suitable for use as a bilingual dictionary (Chinese-English and English-Chinese). This book serves as a practical reference for professional scientists and technicians in atmospheric science and related fields, as well as for faculty and students in academic institutions.