• Meteorology is the scientific study of the atmosphere and weather patterns. Predicting weather patterns is also a part of meteorology. A person who studies meteorology is known as a meteorologist.Bureau of Labor Statistics:Atmospheric Scientists

• Fast Facts

  1. Name derived from the same root word as meteor, the Greek word "meteoron"Bnet: What is the etymology of meteorology? (October 19, 2007)
  2. Also known as atmospheric scienceBureau of Labor Statistics:Atmospheric Scientists
  3. Oldest book on meteorology: Aristotle's MeteorologicaMIT: Meteorology by Aristotle
  4. 1960: Satellites first provided an overview of the Earth's weather patterns.University of Wisconsin:Weather Satellites and Orbits
  5. About one-third of meteorologists work for the U.S. GovernmentBureau of Labor Statistics:Atmospheric Scientists

• NOAA

  The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is the U.S. government branch responsible for monitoring and forecasting the weather. The NOAA tracks storms and issues severe weather advisories, watches and warnings. NOAA was founded in 1807.NOAA: About NOAA

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