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ENV-525: Physics and hydrology of snow

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Lectures in this course (50)

Snow Energy Balance: Principles and Mechanisms Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores snow energy balance principles, mechanisms, radiation, and terrestrial energy exchange, emphasizing the importance of precise snow thermodynamics knowledge.

Snow Mechanics: Avalanche Release and Crack Propagation Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores snow mechanics, focusing on avalanche release and crack propagation mechanisms, including stress redistribution and safety considerations.

Snow Mechanics: Crack Propagation and Slab Failure Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores crack propagation, slab failure, elasticity, and avalanche danger in snow mechanics.

Snowpack Energy Balance Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Covers the energy balance equation for snowpack and related topics such as albedo, conductive heat flux, and turbulent fluxes.

Snowpack Theory Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores snowpack theory, covering installation, processes, and mechanisms involved in snowpack formation and energy conservation.

Snowpack Modeling: Physics and Applications Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores the physics of snowpack modeling and its practical applications in vapor transport and hydrology simulations.

Snow Heterogeneity: Remote Sensing Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Examines snow heterogeneity, measurement techniques, and real-world examples, emphasizing the impact of topography, vegetation, and weather on snow distribution.

Remote Sensing: Snow Properties and Applications Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores satellite remote sensing of snow properties and applications, covering spectral properties, satellite orbits, resolutions, and impurities' impact on snow reflectance.

Snow Formation: Crystal Growth and Precipitation Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores snow crystal formation, vapor transport, cloud formation, and ice crystal growth.

Snow Metamorphism: Equilibrium vs Kinetic Log in to Mediaspace to watch this video

Explores the processes of snow metamorphism, from equilibrium to kinetic, affecting snowpack layering and structural strength.

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