PHY 441 - Introduction to the Lower Atmosphere

Institution:

Alabama A & M University

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Description:

- 3 hrs. The neutral atmosphere and its layers. Atmospheric composition. Altitudinal variation of density. The hydrostatic equation and the perfect gas law. The scale height and geopotential height. Kinetic theory and velocity distribution. Atmospheric water. Atmospheric electricity and lightning discharge. Rotation of the Earth and Coriolis force. Atmospheric motion and general circulation of the atmosphere. Weather and climate. Solar radiation and the effects of the solar cycle on atmospheric parameters. Atmospheric trace gases and anthropogenic effects. Atmospheric models. Prerequisite: PHY 105

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.aamu.edu/

Phone Number:

(256) 372-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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