Weather For Dummies

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A handy reference to the awesome forces of nature we witness every day.

For anyone who is dazzled by dramatic displays of wind, thunder, and lightning, Weather For Dummies is an indispensable guide to the basic science behind these daily phenomena. From frontal systems to jet streams, this book gives you the tools you need to understand the climate around you. It includes:

• Explanations fo the hottest weather topics including El Niòo, global warming, and more
• A color insert filled with weather maps and photos of weather phenomena
• Resources such as Web sites, weather organizations, and publications
• Fascinating information on clouds--from the wispy cirrus to the bubbling mammatus
• Fun weather experiments anyone can do