Download or read book Mountain Meteorology written by C. David Whiteman and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mountain Meteorology: Fundamentals and Applications offers first an in troduction to the basic principles and concepts of mountain meteorolog y, then goes on to discuss their application in natural resources mana gement. It includes over two hundred, beautiful, full-color photograph s, figures, and diagrams, as well as observable indicators of atmosphe ric processes--such as winds, temperature, and clouds--to facilitate t he recognition of weather systems and events for a variety of readers. It is ideal for those who spend time in or near mountains and whose d aily activities are affected by weather. As a comprehensive work fille d with diverse examples and colorful illustrations, it is essential fo r professionals, scholars, and students of meteorology.