GEOG 4110 - Atmospheres III-Planetary Atmospheres

Institution:

Fitchburg State University

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Description:

3 cr. 3 hr. This course seeks to explain the similarities and differences between the Earth's atmosphere and the atmospheres of the planets and moons in our solar system. Each atmosphere is studied to determine its chemical composition, thermal structure, energy budget, pressure, wind systems, clouds, precipitation and other pertinent meteorological phenomena. Prerequisite: GEOG 2200.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.fitchburgstate.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 345-2151

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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