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Atmospheric sciences help us understand and predict the weather. Learn about topics such as the seasons, why it snows, and how rainbows are formed.

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Atmospheric Science

The atmosphere is the key to life on Earth. This thin layer is what protects us from the hostile environment of space. Here you can learn all about the atmospheric sciences. See more »

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Meteorology is a complicated science that requires specialized tools to study the weather. These tools help scientists understand the unpredictable nature of the weather. Learn about meteorological instruments here. See more »

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Meteorological Terms

Meteorological terms helps us to explain the weather, climate, and phenomena that occurs in our atmosphere. Learn more meteorological terms and how they are used here. See more »

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Meteorologists

Meteorologists are important to the advancement of meteorology. Meteorologists do much more than predict the weather on the evening news. Here you can learn about meteorologists and their work. See more »

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Storms

Storms are a meteorological event that can be studied to advance the science of meteorology. The study of storms can potentially save lives as scientists gain a better understanding of their nature. Learn more about storms here. See more »

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Why would someone fly an airplane into a hurricane?

It may seem like a perfectly reckless display of aeronautical wiles, but guiding an airplane into a swirling beast of a hurricane gleans data that can save lives. The only question is, who were the crazy mavericks who attempted it first?