Conocer las nubes

by Costa, Marcel; Mazon, Jordi

• ISBN13: 9788496754379
• ISBN10: 8496754375
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-12-01
• Publisher: Lectio Ediciones

Summary

Describing the colors of the sky as well as the shapes and dynamics of clouds, this highly accessible reference provides helpful tools for predicting local weather conditions. Filled with information on how clouds are formed and how to identify different types, it explains how clouds can show that a change in weather is coming or that the atmosphere will remain stable. It is a perfect companion to take on hikes and during outdoor activities. Describiendolos colores del cielo ademas de las formas y la dinamica de las nubes, esta referencia muy accesible proporciona herramientas utiles para poder predecir el tiempo local. Llena de informacion sobre como se forman las nubes y como se pueden identificar diferentes tipos, explica como las nubes pueden indicar que se aproxima un cambio en el tiempo o bien que la atmosfera seguira estable. Es una guia perfecta para llevar durante excursiones y actividades al aire libre.

Author Biography

Jordi Mazon has a bachelor's degree in physics and a master's degree in applied climatology from La Universidad de Barcelona. He is a physics teacher, a coordinator of science and education at the Catalan Scientific Communication Association, a board member of the Catalan Meteorology Service, and the general secretary of the Catalan Meteorological Observers' Association. He is the author of several scientific books and articles and has carried out research work in the field of atmospheric physics. Marcel Costa is a biologist and science teacher and the author and coauthor of scientific books and articles. He is an active member the Catalan Meteorological Observers' Association and has given various courses and lectures on meteorology and climatology aimed at both education professionals and the general public.