The Indian monsoon: 3. Physics of the monsoon

Gadgil, Sulochana (2007) The Indian monsoon: 3. Physics of the monsoon Resonance - Journal of Science Education, 12 (5). pp. 4-20. ISSN 0971-8044

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Abstract

We, in the monsoonal regions of the world are concerned about the variation of rainfall in space and time and a major aim of monsoon meteorology is to predict these variations. Understanding the basic system responsible for the monsoon and the factors that lead to its variation is a prerequisite for developing models to generate these predictions. In this article, I discuss the basic system responsible for the monsoon - the wind and the rains.

Item Type:Article
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Keywords:Monsoon; Land-sea Breeze; Tropical Circulation; Seasonality of Wind and Rain
ID Code:15920
Deposited On:16 Nov 2010 13:44
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