Using everyday, easy-to-grasp examples to reinforce basic concepts, this highly regarded handbook remains the standard introduction to meteorology and the atmosphere – components, problems, and applications.

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Uses a largely non-technical writing style to help readers grasp important concepts.

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Authors: Frederick K. Lutgens, Edward J. Tarbuck, Dennis Tasa

Publisher: Prentice Hall

Date: Mar. 27, 2006

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