Topic 2 & 3

2 & 3. Energy & mass balances, and surface energy balance

Learning objectives

• Describe how we can we track energy and mass in the atmosphere.
• Describe and simplify exchange processes of energy and mass at surface-atmosphere interfaces (from 3D to 1D).
• Define the energy balance equation for an ideal surface.
• Describe how energy fluxes vary between daytime and nighttime.
• Define the Bowen ratio.
• Review: Define the dominant energy and mass transfer mechanisms in the atmosphere.

Lecture Slides
Reading Package Lectures 1-2
Topic 2&3 Handout