The Global Monsoon System: Research and Forecast, 2nd Edition

The Global Monsoon System: Research and Forecast, 2nd Edition by Chih-Pei Chang, Yihui Ding, Ngar-Cheung LauW..d Sc...ti..c P....sh..g Co..a.. | 2011-04-21 | ISBN: 9814343404 | 608 pages | DjVu | 17,1 MB This book presents a current review of the science of monsoon research and forecasting. The contents are based on the invited reviews presented at the World Meteorological Organization's Fourth International Workshop on Monsoons in late 2008, with subsequent manuscripts revised from 2009 to early 2010. The book builds on the concept that the monsoons in various parts of the globe can be viewed as components of an integrated global monsoon system, while emphasizing that significant region-specific characteristics are present in individual monsoon regions. The topics covered include all major monsoon regions and time scales (mesoscale, synoptic, intraseasonal, interannual, decadal, and climate change). It is intended to provide an updated comprehensive review of the current status of