Applied Hydrometeorology [electronic resource] / by Pukh Raj Rakhecha, Vijay P. Singh.

Rakhecha, Pukh Raj.
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551.5
Author
Rakhecha, Pukh Raj. author.
Title
Applied Hydrometeorology by Pukh Raj Rakhecha, Vijay P. Singh.
Physical Description
XIV, 350 p. 120 illus. online resource.
Contents
The Atmosphere -- Atmospheric Processes -- Radiation and Temperature -- Weather Systems for Precipitation -- Weather and Precipitation in India -- Tropical Storms and Hurricanes -- Greatest Point and Areal Rainfalls -- Precipitation and Its Measurement -- Design Storm Estimation -- Statistical Analysis of Precipitation -- Foreshadowing Precipitation -- Evaporation -- Droughts -- Floods.
Summary
This book "Applied Hydrometeorology" is intended to serve as a text for senior undergraduate or beginning undergraduate courses in hydrometeorology, and will also be of value to practicing engineers and hydrologists engaged in the planning, design, development, and management of water resources. The subject matter has been developed in a logical and coherent manner and covers a wide spectrum of topics and provides a discussion of significant developments. Also emphasis is placed on the applied aspects of hydro meteorological research and practice worldwide. Numerous worked examples are provided in each chapter to enable the user to gain comprehension and understanding of the subject of hydrometeorology. Audience: This book will be of interest to senior undergraduates and graduates in meteorology, hydrology and hydrometeorology. It will also be valuable book for practicing engineers and hydrologists engaged in the planning, development and management of water resources.
Added Author
Singh, Vijay P. author.
SpringerLink (Online service)
Subject
EARTH SCIENCES.
HYDROLOGY.
METEOROLOGY.
HYDROGEOLOGY.
Atmospheric sciences.
WATER POLLUTION.
Earth Sciences.
Atmospheric Sciences.
Meteorology.
Hydrogeology.
Hydrology/Water Resources.
Waste Water Technology / Water Pollution Control / Water Management / Aquatic Pollution.
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Summary
This book "Applied Hydrometeorology" is intended to serve as a text for senior undergraduate or beginning undergraduate courses in hydrometeorology, and will also be of value to practicing engineers and hydrologists engaged in the planning, design, development, and management of water resources. The subject matter has been developed in a logical and coherent manner and covers a wide spectrum of topics and provides a discussion of significant developments. Also emphasis is placed on the applied aspects of hydro meteorological research and practice worldwide. Numerous worked examples are provided in each chapter to enable the user to gain comprehension and understanding of the subject of hydrometeorology. Audience: This book will be of interest to senior undergraduates and graduates in meteorology, hydrology and hydrometeorology. It will also be valuable book for practicing engineers and hydrologists engaged in the planning, development and management of water resources.
Contents
The Atmosphere -- Atmospheric Processes -- Radiation and Temperature -- Weather Systems for Precipitation -- Weather and Precipitation in India -- Tropical Storms and Hurricanes -- Greatest Point and Areal Rainfalls -- Precipitation and Its Measurement -- Design Storm Estimation -- Statistical Analysis of Precipitation -- Foreshadowing Precipitation -- Evaporation -- Droughts -- Floods.
Subject
EARTH SCIENCES.
HYDROLOGY.
METEOROLOGY.
HYDROGEOLOGY.
Atmospheric sciences.
WATER POLLUTION.
Earth Sciences.
Atmospheric Sciences.
Meteorology.
Hydrogeology.
Hydrology/Water Resources.
Waste Water Technology / Water Pollution Control / Water Management / Aquatic Pollution.
Multimedia