"Conceptual Meteorology" is a journey into the dynamic field of Agricultural Meteorology, presenting the foundational concepts and principles that form the bedrock of our understanding of atmospheric processes. The book aims to bridge the gap between complex scientific theories and practical understanding, making the subject accessible to students, enthusiasts, and professionals alike, particularly in relation to agriculture, providing a foundational textbook in the field of agricultural meteorology.
1. Introduction
2. The Atmosphere
3. Physical Processes in the Atmosphere
4. Temperature and Heat Transfer in the Atmosphere
5. Atmospheric Pressure
6. Moisture in the Atmosphere
7. Cloud Classification
8. General Circulation
9. Climatic Classification
10. Drought Climatology
11. Heat Waves and Cold Waves
12. Global Weather Parameters and its Impact on Rainfall in India
13. Climatic Features in India
14. Climatic Classification of India (Thornthwaite Method)
15. Climate Change
16. Some Physical Parameters and Their Units