Posted on May 26, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
The Relationship Between Cloud Height and Radius: Exploring Meteorological Connections
Weather & ForecastsClouds have long fascinated meteorologists and atmospheric scientists. They are dynamic, constantly changing, and can provide important clues about the state of the atmosphere. One aspect of clouds that has received particular attention is their height and radius. In this article, we will explore the relationship between cloud height and radius, and what it can
Posted on May 26, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Why Altocumulus Lenticularis Defies Classification as a Strati-Form Cloud
Weather & ForecastsClouds play an important role in the Earth’s climate, and their classification is fundamental to meteorology. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) established a cloud classification system in 1953 that is still widely used today. According to the WMO, clouds are classified based on their height, shape, and internal structure. One of the cloud types classified
Posted on May 26, 2023 (Updated on July 10, 2025)
The Devastating Effects of Nuclear Tests on Climate Change and Ozone Depletion
Weather & ForecastsBetween 1945 and 1996, more than 2,000 nuclear tests were conducted around the world. These tests, which involved the detonation of atomic bombs, had a profound impact on the environment, particularly in terms of climate change and ozone depletion. In this article, we will examine the effects of nuclear testing on these two critical environmental
Posted on May 26, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Exploring Reanalysis Datasets: Downloading NCEP Vertical Wind for Earth Science Research
Weather & ForecastsReanalysis data are a valuable resource for Earth science researchers. The National Centers for Environmental Prediction (NCEP) provides a number of reanalysis datasets that contain information on a variety of atmospheric and oceanic variables, including vertical wind. Vertical wind is an important variable for a number of applications including climate modeling, weather forecasting, and air
Posted on May 26, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
The Mystery of Barometric Pressure: Understanding the Confusion Surrounding the Thermal Wind Mechanism
Weather & ForecastsBarometric pressure plays an important role in weather forecasting. It is a measure of the weight of the air molecules that make up our atmosphere. When air molecules are compressed, they become denser and their weight increases, resulting in high pressure. Conversely, when air molecules are less compressed, they become less dense and their weight
Posted on May 26, 2023 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Why is the Latent Heat of Water Vapor Integral to the Specific Enthalpy of Moist Air?
Weather & ForecastsHumid air is a mixture of dry air and water vapor. The specific enthalpy of humid air is the sum of the enthalpy of dry air and the enthalpy of water vapor. The enthalpy of water vapor includes the latent heat of vaporization, which is the energy required to convert water from a liquid to