Geography of the Air by A. W. Greely

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Author Greely, A. W. (Adolphus Washington), 1844-1935
Title Geography of the Air
Note Reading ease score: 40.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Note Reprinted from: The National Geographic Magazine, Vol. III., PP. 41-52, May 1, 1891
Note Annual report [1891] by vice-president [of the National Geographic Society], A. W. Greely.
Credits Produced by Ron Swanson
Summary "Geography of the Air" by A. W. Greely is a scientific publication presented as an annual report during the late 19th century. Written in the context of the growing interest in meteorology, this report discusses various theories and research related to atmospheric conditions, air movement, and weather phenomena. It reflects the advancements and ongoing debates in the field of meteorology at that time. In this report, Greely examines the complexities of air currents, including cyclones and anticyclones, and discusses various theoretical frameworks proposed by his contemporaries regarding the causes and behaviors of these weather systems. He explores the convectional theory's role in understanding cyclones, proposes hypotheses for weather prediction, and highlights recent advances in meteorological research, including the significance of humidity, atmospheric pressure, and temperature variations. Greely emphasizes the importance of accurate data collection and interpretation while acknowledging the challenges faced by meteorologists and researchers of his era in comprehensively addressing the intricate dynamics of the air. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
LoC Class QC: Science: Physics
Subject Geography
Subject Meteorology
Category Text
EBook-No. 63122
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Most Recently Updated Sep 5, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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