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Basic Properties
A discussion of three basic properties of the atmosphere, pressure, temperature, and dewpoint temperature.

Heat Transfer
A discussion of three mechanisms of heat transfer within the atmosphere, radiation, conduction, and convection.

Water Cycle
A discussion of the atmospheric water cycle.

Wind
A discussion of the three forces that control the wind, the pressure gradient force, the Coriolis Force, and friction.
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