2nd printing 2000. German is the main language for the 11,000 termini, corresponding indices in English, French and Spanish are also listed. The dynamics of the atmosphere, ocean, and climate are inherently nonlinear and complex, making computer models ideal for accurate, complete understanding of these systems. In the process of building and using models, the reader of this book will learn how the different components of climate systems function, interact with each other, and vary over time. Topics covered include the stability of climate, earth's energy balance, parcel dynamics in the atmosphere, the mechanisms of heat transport in the climate system, and mechanisms of climate variability.
Special attention is given to the effects of climate change.
Color Display running at least 256 colors. 16MB RAM, 30MB Hard Disk Space, VGA Display with at least 256 colors. Modeling Dynamic Systems.