Session Objectives

Session 3: Measures of the Atmosphere

Upon completion of this session, a participant should be able to do the following:
  1. Distinguish between the following atmospheric moisture variables:

  2. Given a wind vector on a map, determine its direction using the standard meteorological convention.

  3. Solve for pressure, density, or temperature of a gas using the equation of state.

  4. Define the virtual temperature (Tv) and explain the significance of converting the measured atmospheric temperature into a virtual temperature.

  5. Describe the relationship between the temperature and pressure of a rising or sinking parcel of air.

  6. Define the lifting condensation level (LCL) and explain its significance to cloud formation.

  7. List several remote sensing devices used and the types of meteorological parameters they are used to measure.

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