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== Atmospheric dynamics ==
{{See also|Synoptic scale meteorology}}
Atmospheric dynamics is the study of motion systems of meteorological importance, integrating observations at multiple locations and times and theories. Common topics studied include diverse phenomena such as [[thunderstorms]], [[tornado]]es, [[gravity wave]]s, [[tropical cyclone]]s, [[extratropical cyclone]]s, [[jet stream]]s, and global-scale circulations. The goal of dynamical studies is to explain the observed circulations on the basis of fundamental principles from [[physics]]. The objectives of such studies incorporate improving [[weather forecasting]], developing methods for predicting seasonal and interannual climate fluctuations, and understanding the implications of human-induced perturbations (e.g., increased carbon dioxide concentrations or depletion of the ozone layer) on the global climate.<ref>[[University of Washington]]. [http://www.atmos.washington.edu/academic/atmosdyn.html Atmospheric Dynamics.] Retrieved on 1 June 2007.</ref>