Introduction to Climatology
Introduction to climate defined through empirical/dynamical definitions and climate science through the lens of the Earth system.
Readings
Key Concepts
Definitions
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Abbreviated Lecture Notes
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Introduction to climate defined through empirical/dynamical definitions and climate science through the lens of the Earth system.
Readings
- B&H Chapter 1
Key Concepts
- Climate is what you expect; weather is what you get. Or is it?
- Climate can be defined both statistically and theoretically. For example we know it's warmer in the summer than winter, the processes responsible for that can be explained using first principles.
- What are some key drivers of climate?
Definitions
- Climate (duh)
Web links
Abbreviated Lecture Notes
Video lecture posted after in-class lecture