Physics and Chemistry of the Upper Atmosphere

1989-08-25
 |  Science
Physics and Chemistry of the Upper Atmosphere

Author: M. H. Rees

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

ISBN: 0521368480

Category: Science

Page: 304

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A multitude of processes that operate in the upper atmosphere are revealed by detailed physical and mathematical descriptions of the interactions of particles and radiation, temperatures, spectroscopy and dynamics.

The Upper Atmosphere in Motion

1974
 |  Science
The Upper Atmosphere in Motion

Author: Colin O. Hines

Publisher: American Geophysical Union

ISBN: 9780875900186

Category: Science

Page: 1013

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Published by the American Geophysical Union as part of the Geophysical Monograph Series, Volume 18. I am advised that a preface, though not necessary, would at least be conventional. Since this provides the one opportunity for conventionality that the volume as a whole opens up, it would be churlish of me to decline. A preface normally includes, I am told, an indication of both the reason that underlies the volume's very existence and the individuals to whom the volume is directed. But part of the reason for the volume's existence lies, strange though it may seem, in communicating the reason for the volume's existence. Since prefaces generally go unread, I would be remiss if I attempted that communication here. Instead, I have left the attempt to the Introduction and Key, which I believe has a better chance of being read. Let us be willing to settle, for the moment, on the truly fundamental fact that the volume was prepared because I was prepared to prepare it and a publisher was prepared to publish it. As to the intended readers; they too, must wait for their identification in the Introduction and Key, unless they are willing to settle at this point on an identification as those who might be ready to read what I was prepared to prepare.

The Upper Atmosphere

2016-06-03
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The Upper Atmosphere

Author: Richard A. Craig

Publisher: Elsevier

ISBN: 9781483282169

Category: Science

Page: 522

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The Upper Atmosphere: Meteorology and Physics focuses on the study of the characteristics, movements, composition, and observations of the upper atmosphere. The book first offers information on the meteorological conditions in the lower stratosphere and the structure and circulation of the upper stratosphere and the mesosphere. Topics include balloon sounding systems, climatology of the lower stratosphere, disturbed circulation of the lower stratosphere, rocket measurements, and frequent measurements with balloons and meteorological rockets. The text then ponders on the sun's radiation and the upper atmosphere and composition of the stratosphere and mesosphere. The manuscript elaborates on the composition and structure of the thermosphere, including photochemical processes, diffusion, composition and structure measurements, and structure of the thermosphere. The text also ponders on radiative processes and heat transfer; atmospheric tides and winds in the lower thermosphere; and transport of properties in the upper atmosphere. The publication is a valuable source of information for readers interested in the meteorology and physics of the upper atmosphere.

Meteorological Investigations of the Upper Atmosphere

2016-07-07
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Meteorological Investigations of the Upper Atmosphere

Author: R. S. Quiroz

Publisher: Springer

ISBN: 9781935704379

Category: Science

Page: 231

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The objectives of the American Meteorological Society are "the development and dissemination of knowledge of meteorology in all its phases and applications, and the advancement of its professional ideals." The organization of the Society took place in affiliation with the American Association for the Advancement of Science at Saint Louis, Missouri, December 29, 1919, and its incorporation, at Washington, D. C., January 21, 1920. The work of the Society is carried on by the Bulletin, the Journal, and Meteorological Monographs, by papers and discussions at meetings of the Society, through the offices of the Secretary and the Executive Secretary, and by correspondence. All of the Americas are represented in the membership of the Society as well as many foreign countries.

Rayleigh Scattering in the Upper Atmosphere

1966
 |  Optics
Rayleigh Scattering in the Upper Atmosphere

Author: Christos G. Stergis

Publisher:

ISBN: UOM:39015095129048

Category: Optics

Page: 12

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Rayleigh scattering intensities in the altitude range of 80-300 km are calculated using the concentrations of the principal atmospheric constituents N2, O2 and O. The polarizability of the oxygen atom is calculated from atomic oscillator strengths and normal and slant optical thicknesses are calculated as a function of altitude. (Author).

Tentative Tables for the Properties of the Upper Atmosphere

1947
 |  Altitude, Influence of
Tentative Tables for the Properties of the Upper Atmosphere

Author: Calvin N. Warfield

Publisher:

ISBN: CHI:41687272

Category: Altitude, Influence of

Page: 86

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As a result of recent developments in aeronautics and ordnance, a need has arisen for tables of properties of the atmosphere at altitudes in excess of those covered by the existing standard tables (NACA Report No. 218). In order to satisfy this need, the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics has adopted three temperature-height relationships and one composition-height relationship, and tables based oupon them have been prepared for pertinent properties of the upper atmosphere (from 20 to 120 kilometers in metric units, and from 65,000 to 393,700 feet in British units). In the absence of direct data, such as might be obtained by soundings with high-altitude rockets, the values adopted are based upon existing information obtained by indirect methods of certain quantities. As a consequence, the tables are only tentative.

Modelling the Upper Atmosphere of Gas-Giant Exoplanets Irradiated by Low-Mass Stars

2017-07-24
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Modelling the Upper Atmosphere of Gas-Giant Exoplanets Irradiated by Low-Mass Stars

Author: Joshua Chadney

Publisher: Springer

ISBN: 9783319633510

Category: Science

Page: 169

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This PhD thesis details the development of a new 1D ionospheric model to describe the upper atmospheres of extrasolar giant plants. The upper atmospheres of Hot Jupiters are subject to extreme radiation conditions that can result in rapid atmospheric escape. The composition and structure of these planets’ upper atmospheres are affected by high-energy emissions from the host star. The nature of these emissions depends on the stellar type and age, making them important factors in understanding the behaviour of exoplanetary atmospheres.