Physics books for a meteorologist

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To prepare for a career in meteorology, foundational knowledge in physics and math is essential. The discussion highlights the need for recommendations on basic physics books suitable for beginners, especially for someone who has just graduated high school and found regular physics challenging. Participants emphasize the importance of knowing the individual's prior knowledge and coursework to provide tailored suggestions. A specific book is mentioned, prompting further inquiry about its suitability for beginners. Overall, the focus is on finding accessible resources to build a solid understanding of physics concepts.
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ok, I'm deciding to be a meteorologist, and I need to take a lot of physics and math classes in college. I'm trying to start from basic physics book to go advanced. Can you guys tell me about some books that I can get from library.
thanx anyway. :smile:
 
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anyone knows any basic physics book or what?
 
nike said:
anyone knows any basic physics book or what?
There are hundreds of books. Nobody here knows what you already know, so it's pretty hard to recommend something. What math and science courses have you already taken? At what level? How did you do?
 
Man I just graduated from high school, and I took regular physics, and it was kind of hard for me. So I just wanted to be kind of basic, and expalins all the formulas.
 
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