Ilmakehäfysiikan

Ilmakehän fysiikka (atmospheric physics) is a scientific discipline focused on the physical processes occurring within Earth's atmosphere. It encompasses the study of atmospheric radiation, including solar and terrestrial radiation, as well as the mechanisms governing heat transfer, moisture, and air motion. Key areas of research include cloud physics, where the formation, growth, and precipitation processes of clouds are analyzed; atmospheric dynamics, which examines wind patterns, pressure systems, and weather systems; and the interaction between atmospheric components and external factors like solar activity or human-induced changes. The field integrates principles from physics, chemistry, and meteorology to explain phenomena such as temperature inversions, atmospheric stability, and the role of aerosols. Applications of atmospheric physics are widespread, supporting weather forecasting, climate modeling, air quality assessment, and space weather studies, contributing to a deeper understanding of atmospheric behavior and its impacts on Earth's environment.