Beyond Global Warming
How Numerical Models Revealed the Secrets of Climate Change
Summary:
The book delves into the development and use of numerical models to understand climate change, discussing how these models have helped scientists predict future climate conditions by simulating the complex interactions within Earth's atmosphere, oceans, and land surfaces. It also explores the historical progression of climate modeling, from early efforts to current sophisticated systems, and the insights they provide into the mechanisms driving global climate patterns and changes.
Key points:
1. Climate Sensitivity: The book explains how much Earth's temperature could rise with doubled CO2 levels and discusses key feedbacks like ice-albedo and water vapor that amplify warming.
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