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Learn about the critical environmental phenomenon of Urban Heat Islands (UHI) in this 30-minute lecture that explores fundamental concepts, significance, and various scales of impact. Discover the definition and importance of studying UHI effects, while examining their manifestation across mesoscale, local, and microscale environments. Gain insights into how urban development influences temperature patterns and creates distinct thermal characteristics in cities compared to surrounding rural areas.
Syllabus
Urban Heat Island
Taught by
NPTEL-NOC IITM