Coriolis Force and Storms - Atmospheric Dynamics and Weather Patterns

Explore the dynamics of large-scale atmospheric motion and storm formation in this 49-minute lecture from Yale University's "The Atmosphere, the Ocean and Environmental Change" course. Delve into geostrophic balance, pressure anomalies, and the Coriolis force's impact on rotating flows in both hemispheres. Examine hurricane behavior through satellite imagery, debunk toilet bowl myths, and learn about various storm types including convective, frontal, airmass thunderstorms, and severe thunderstorms. Gain a comprehensive understanding of atmospheric processes and their role in shaping weather patterns and extreme events.