Media Summary: A look at a (relatively) simple parameter which can tell us something about the scale of a particular atmospheric phenomenon. A look at some of the mechanisms that can intensify cyclones, and the introduction of a new concept known as "potential vorticity". An overview of how weather phenomena are categorized based on size and duration.
Metr2023 Lecture 13 Segment 2 - Detailed Analysis & Overview
A look at a (relatively) simple parameter which can tell us something about the scale of a particular atmospheric phenomenon. A look at some of the mechanisms that can intensify cyclones, and the introduction of a new concept known as "potential vorticity". An overview of how weather phenomena are categorized based on size and duration. What is the Hadley Cell and why does it exist? Trough and ridges, shortwaves and longwaves. What happens between weather (days) and climate (decades)? That's when oscillations enter the story, which are variations ...
What is the Polar Cell and why does it exist? Outflow boundaries are mesoscale currents of cold moist air produced by thunderstorms. These can have a profound influence on ... A look at what our Cartesian wind vector (in terms of u, v, and w) looks like in natural coordinates. A closer look at turbulence, including some of the mathematics behind turbulence. An overview of what atmospheric factors favor tornadoes. A look at surface cold fronts. Cold fronts that occur above ground level (often referred to as a Cold Front Aloft or CFA) can rapidly ...
