Meteorology
Meteorology
Meteorology (pronounced: me-tee-or-ol-o-gy) is the scientific study of the atmosphere that focuses on weather processes and forecasting. The term originates from the Greek words "meteo" meaning "above" and "logia" meaning "study of".
Etymology
The term "Meteorology" is derived from the Ancient Greek word Meteorologica, a treatise attributed to Aristotle. The word itself is a combination of "meteoro" (meaning 'high in the sky') and "logia" (meaning 'study').
Related Terms
- Atmosphere: The layer of gases surrounding a planet or other astronomical body.
- Weather: The state of the atmosphere at a particular place and time as regards heat, cloudiness, dryness, sunshine, wind, rain, etc.
- Climate: The weather conditions prevailing in an area in general or over a long period.
- Forecasting: The process of making predictions of the future based on past and present data and most commonly by analysis of trends.
- Hydrometeorology: The branch of meteorology and hydrology that studies the transfer of water and energy between the land surface and the lower atmosphere.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Meteorology
- Wikipedia's article - Meteorology
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