Cloud physics and radar meteorology

Abstract

In recent years the specializations of cloud microphysics, cloud dynamics, laboratory and theoretical cloud modeling, and radar meteorology have become so interrelated that they can hardly be considered as separate disciplines. By combined use of these techniques and tools, the cloud physicist has made significant advances in our understanding of the complex physics and dynamics of clouds. The purpose of this report is to review major advances in laboratory and field observations of clouds, cloud modeling, and radar meteorology.