Atmosphärenwissenschaft

Atmosphärenwis... is an incomplete term that may refer to the field generally called atmospheric science in German-language contexts. In standard usage, the field is named Atmosphärenwissenschaften or Atmosphärenkunde. It denotes the study of the Earth's atmosphere, its physical properties, chemical composition, and the processes that drive weather and climate.

Researchers investigate radiation, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, cloud physics, aerosols, trace gases, and atmospheric chemistry. They study interactions between the atmosphere and the surface, oceans, ice, and biosphere, as well as human influences on atmospheric composition and climate.

Methods include ground-based measurements, weather stations, aircraft and balloon platforms, as well as satellite remote sensing. Modeling is central, with numerical weather prediction, regional and global climate models, and data assimilation to simulate and forecast atmospheric states.

Applications encompass weather forecasting, aviation safety, air-quality management, climate assessment, and policy support. The field provides scientific input for environmental regulations, disaster preparedness, and adaptation strategies.

Historical development spans early meteorology through the emergence of dynamic meteorology, spectroscopy, and space-based observations. The truncated form Atmosphärenwis... is not standard; the intended topic is widely studied under the names Atmosphärenwissenschaften or Atmosphärenkunde, which are internationally recognized.