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Main Title Applied Hydrometeorology [electronic resource] /
Type EBOOK
Author Rakhecha, Pukh Raj.
Other Authors
Author Title of a Work
Singh, Vijay P.
Publisher Springer Netherlands,
Year Published 2009
ISBN 9781402098444
Subjects Geography ; Hydraulic engineering ; Meteorology ; Environmental pollution
Internet Access
Description Access URL
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4020-9844-4
Collation XIV, 350 p. 120 illus. online resource.
Notes
Due to license restrictions, this resource is available to EPA employees and authorized contractors only
Contents Notes
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. 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.