Sarawak State Library -

URBAN CLIMATES

Call no.: : 551.66091732
Author: : T.R.OKE
Contributor: : Nurrul Azzila Binti Abdul Rasid
Summary: This book begin with an outline of what constitutes an urban ecosystem. Its explain the physical principles governing the creation of distinct urban climates such as airflow around buildings, the heat island, precipitation modification and air pollution. Then, illustrate the knowledge how it can be applied to moderate the undesirable consequences of urban development and help create more sustainable and resilient cities. In term of the content, the authors are using many scientific term, symbols and units used in this book. The author also include the meaning of the scientific term, symbols and units used in this book. Personally i think this book suitable for the students, teachers and researchers as well because it can be fundamental reference for them.