Convective motions in a free atmosphere

This book describes the methods and results of investigations of convective motions in a free atmosphere and in clouds, and the equipment necessary for their measurement. The theory of the statistical interpretation of the observed results is given, since the interpretation of these data permits the establishment of the basic parameters of convection in the atmosphere, and shows the dependence of these parameters on various physicogeographical conditions. These factors, in turn, clarify the way in which convective motions develop in the atmosphere, and the relation between convective motions outside and inside clouds. In addition, the results may be used as quantitative descriptions of certain phenomena caused by convection or related to it. The book may be of interest to scientists in the field of atmospheric physics and in other fields (e.g., aviation, propagation of various radiations, air pollution) in which these data are used. The book may also be useful to students at meteorological institutes and university physics faculties.