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The Mentor: The Weather / Serial Number 110; 1 July, 1916

By Charles Fitzhugh Talman
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An illustrated essay explains how atmospheric processes create weather and why meteorology matters for agriculture, commerce, and safety, recounting economic losses from storms and crop variation. It describes the atmosphere's layered structure, the troposphere and stratosphere, and the paradox of decreasing temperature with altitude, then surveys observational methods and instruments—observatories, kites, sounding and pilot balloons, and the barometer—and outlines how cloud, precipitation, wind, snow, ice, and hail arise and affect human affairs.

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Charles Fitzhugh Talman

Charles Fitzhugh Talman was an American author known for his contributions to the fields of meteorology and education. His notable work, "Meteorology: The Science of the Atmosphere," explores the principles and phenomena of weather, making complex scientific concepts accessible to a broader audience. Talman also contributed to the educational series "The Mentor," where he wrote about various topics, including coal and weather, aimed at enhancing public understanding of these subjects. His writings reflect a commitment to disseminating knowledge and fostering interest in science during the early 20th century.

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