• Week 8: Atmospheric Motion and Wind

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      Week 8 Information

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      This module provides learning opportunities on atmospheric motion and small-scale winds. The module activities pertain to chapter 9 of your textbook. Wide variety of types of small- and middle-scale wind motions are examined in this chapter, ranging from short-lived microscale phenomena to the seasonal Asian monsoon system. The chapter begins with a quick classification of the scales of atmospheric motion and looks at the formation of eddies. A focus section on “Eddies and Air Pockets” examines the relationship between stability, vertical wind shear, and clear-air turbulence, which can present a hazard to aviation.

      As always there are two sets of activities and assignments for you to complete. 

      Activities that are due on Wednesday - Discussion: 4 questions to discuss (20 points) 

      initial post due on Wednesday with continued discussions and feedback until Saturday

      Activities that are due on Friday: Problems and additional questions from MindTap. (15 points) 

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      Week 8: Resources

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      Watch the videos from MindTap Media library for some of the important concepts on thermal circulation, dust evil, monsoons, and wind farms. 

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      Week 8 Assignments and Activities

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      Mark your Attendance on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday.
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      Due Wednesday

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    • Week_8 Discussion Forum
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      Due Friday

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