The new air world
by OpenStories
Original author: Willis L. Moore
"The New Air World: The Science of Meteorology Simplified" by Willis L. Moore is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work aims to make the complex field of meteorology understandable to a general audience, particularly for those interested in improving their understanding of weather phenomena and applications. The book serves both educational purposes for advanced pupils in public schools and for those simply seeking to become "weatherwise." The opening of the book presents an introduction to meteorology, highlighting the author's intent to demystify the science of the atmosphere. Moore emphasizes how little was known about atmospheric conditions at the time of the Pilgrims and aims to guide readers through the formation, composition, and function of Earth's atmosphere as well as comparisons with other planetary atmospheres. He sets the stage for readers to explore weather phenomena such as storms, temperature variations, and the importance of understanding these elements in everyday life, thereby providing a foundation for the detailed explanations and scientific principles that will follow in the subsequent chapters.
The new air world, by Willis L. Moore. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #75114.
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18 Chapters
- 1.Introduction298 words
- 2.Introduction: vii577 words
- 3.Chapter I: Atmospheres of the Earth, the Sun, and the Planets1,200 words
- 4.Chapter II: A Synoptic Picture of the Air2,053 words
- 5.Chapter III: Exploration of the Atmosphere2,160 words
- 6.Chapter IV: Earth’s Four Atmospheres3,880 words
- 7.Chapter V: Light, Heat, and Temperature3,507 words
- 8.Chapter VI8,726 words
- 9.Chapter VII: Frost2,257 words
- 10.Chapter VIII: Wind and Pressure of the Globe2,335 words
- 11.Chapter IX: How to Forecast From the Daily Weather Map10,462 words
- 12.Chapter X: Climate5,327 words
- 13.Chapter XI: How Climate Is Modified and Controlled4,771 words
- 14.Chapter XII: Civilization Follows the Storm Tracks2,271 words
- 15.Chapter XIII: Has Our Climate Changed?4,222 words
- 16.Chapter XIV: Climates for Health and Pleasure8,765 words
- 17.Chapter XV: Condensation1,890 words
- 18.Chapter XVI: Development of the American Weather Service8,986 words