ATMOSPHERIC TURBULENCE
Abstract
In this conversational approach to the effects of atmospheric turbulence, the atmosphere is compared to a tube filled with water containing some visible particles which can be observed as they are affected by turbulent motion. The effects of turbulence are seen in the action of an airplane when pressure on the wings is uneven, causing a bumpy ride. Turbulence has a great effect in preventing heavy gases, smoke, radioactive waste, and such substances from collecting at the surface of the earth. It is also seen to have great influence on the heat cycle, refraction, propagation of radio waves, and astronomical observations, causing stars to appear to twinkle.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 23, 1969
- Accession Number
- AD0693842
Entities
People
- V. I. Tatarskii