Radiation in the Atmosphere

This book contains information about the theory of electromagnetic fields in conducting mediums. It describes the theoretical foundation of electromagnetic methods used in all areas of exploration geophysics, including a study of deep layers of Earth. This book will be useful for research and exploration geophysicists, electronic engineers, and graduate and university geophysics departments. Key Topics Covered Include:. Electromagnetic fields in conducting media. Physical principles of electromagnetic methods applied in geophysics. Relationship between electromagnetic fields and parameters of a medium Front Cover; Radiation in the Atmosphere; Copyright Page; Editor's Preface; Preface; Contents; Chapter 1. Radiant Energy. The Main Concepts and Definitions; Chapter 2. Methods of Actinometric Measurements; Chapter 3. Radiation Absorption in the Atmosphere; Chapter 4. Scattering of Radiation in the Atmosphere; Chapter 5. Direct Solar Radiation; Chapter 6. Diffuse Radiation of the Atmosphere; Chapter 7. Albedo of the Underlying Surface and Clouds; Chapter 8. Global Radiation; Chapter 9. Thermal Radiation of the Atmosphere; Chapter 10. Net Radiation