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Meteorology

12 Pathways • 53 Skills

Meteorology is the science of the atmosphere, focusing on weather processes and forecasting. Its purpose is to understand weather patterns, predict changes, and provide vital information for agriculture, industry, and daily life. It's important because accurate weather predictions can save lives during extreme events and help us plan for everything from picnics to space launches.

Synoptic meteorology

"Decoding Weather's Big Picture"

Mesoscale meteorology

"Small Scales, Big Impacts"

Fronts and air masses

"Clashing Air's Weather Drama"

Jet streams

"Jet Streams: Earth's Atmospheric Racetracks"

Weather maps and charts

"Forecasting: Not Just Guesswork!"