Classical Mechanics in Geophysical Fluid Dynamics - Paperback

by Osamu Morita (Author)

This advanced text links classical mechanics to geophysical fluid dynamics, as with the precession of the earth, oceanic tides, and the retreat of the moon from the earth owing to the tidal friction. Now with a new chapter on gravity waves and more on geophysical fluid dynamics.

Author Biography

Osamu Morita is a Guest Professor at Fukuoka University with a background in meteorology, physics and of the earth and planetary sciences.