Thunderstorm Dynamics

Objectives

  • To understand the characteristics of thunderstorms embedded in monsoon circulation and its effect on monsoon.
  • To study the effect of electric forces on cloud microphysical characteristics using vertical wind tunnel and cloud chamber.
  • To study the interaction of thunderstorms with environment using micrometeorological observations and numerical models.
  • To study the pattern of damages caused by lightning.
  • To study of effects of atmospheric ions and aerosols and on cloud properties.

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