Arc-Clouds in Thunderstorms

Synopsis: Explains formation and propagation of the wind-gust lines of thunderstorms (arc-clouds) using animation and time-lapse shots from geostationary weather satellites. Interpretation of characteristic thunderstorm forms. Coupling of single wind-gust lines. Day and night shots, some in infra-red.
Language: English
Country: Germany
Medium: Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 6 min.
Year of production: 1979
Availability: Sale; 1996 sale: £15.00 (+VAT +p&p)
Subjects: Physics
Keywords: clouds; meteorology; thunderstorms

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