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What branch of the atmospheric sciences has a major focus on weather forecasting?
What branch of the atmospheric sciences has a major focus on weather forecasting?
- Atmospheric chemistry
- Meteorology (correct)
- Marine weather forecasting
- Physics
When did significant progress in meteorology begin?
When did significant progress in meteorology begin?
- 21st century
- 18th century (correct)
- 19th century
- 20th century
What technological development led to significant breakthroughs in weather forecasting?
What technological development led to significant breakthroughs in weather forecasting?
- Elucidation of the laws of physics
- Development of the computer (correct)
- Formation of weather observation networks
- Automated solution of modeling equations
What is an important branch of weather forecasting related to maritime and coastal safety?
What is an important branch of weather forecasting related to maritime and coastal safety?
What did prior attempts at prediction of weather depend on?
What did prior attempts at prediction of weather depend on?
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