Water Vapor And Weather Change

By Clinton N. Maxwell

In a very basic way, the water vapor that makes up clouds is a major catalyst of weather change. Though we may not be able to see it, water vapor is there, throughout the earth's atmosphere. Almost all of it comes from evaporating water rising from the oceans. Ocean water is heated by the sun and when the liquid is changed to the lighter form, gas, it rises. This evaporation is one of the keys to starting climate changes.

Scientists recognized three basic processes in which an air mass may rise. There is the process of convection, as simply described above. But this process can also happen above soil and pavement surfaces, which gather heat rapidly. Moisture from these surfaces can also rise into the atmosphere and eventually form clouds.

A second process that may cause an air mass to rise involves the collision of warm and cold fronts. Clouds can form if there is sufficient moisture in warm air that is forced over a cold front.
Air can also be lifted if it comes into contact with a large geographic feature such as a mountain range. Scientists term this type of rising air mass "orographic lifting." If the air contains enough water vapor, clouds form (often in unusual shapes).

It is widely understood that an air mass will continue to rise if it is warmer than the air that surrounds. Conditions are unstable if the air mass continues to rise. It is also true that cold air at higher levels, above warmer air, means unstable conditions. Stable conditions would generally exist if the opposite were true, warm over cold.

Since the atmosphere enveloping the earth can't hold an infinite amount of vapor, the air becomes saturated. At this time (called the dewpoint), the water vapor begins to condense, changing back to its original state, liquid. Overall air temperature has a significant effect on this process, since air that is warmer can hold more vapor.

Clouds are born when this condensation process occurs well above the ground. But there is another key to the "proper" formation of clouds through condensation. The surrounding air must be dirty, containing dust particles and pollutants that are suspended in the air. These small particles act as the core or nuclei for water molecules to cling to. (Many laymen consider fog to be completely different from clouds, but the major difference is the altitude at which the "cloud" forms. (The condensation process is the same.)

There is one more key element to the formation of various types of clouds and to the type of precipitation experience on the ground. Temperature changes have a major effect on how water vapor acts in the atmosphere as well. If the temperature at a higher level in the atmosphere is below the freezing point, vapor may turn to ice directly. It stands to reason that higher-level clouds generally contain ice crystals, while lower level cloud formation features droplets of water. A particular combination of any of these factors leads to weather conditions beneficial or harmful to life on earth.

Clinton Maxwell's reports can be encountered on different web pages linked to climate changes. His articles on alicante temperatures can be found on http://www.alicante-spain.com in addition to many different web publications.

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Outdoor Water Fountains

By Uladzislau Suski

Outdoor water fountains will provide an atmosphere of elegance to any place where these fountains are found. While it is possible for you to find many different styles of water fountains there is something wonderfully calming about indoor water fountains. The different styles of indoor water fountains can be changed to suit the environment where these fountains are found.

You will be able to decide if you want to have a designer water fountain for your garden or if you would like to buy one that is already made. Since this is a choice which can affect how your garden looks you should look at the different styles which can enhance the looks or change the way your garden's atmosphere is like.

There are various magazines that you can use to see the way that these outdoor water fountains are used. Taking some of these ideas you can transform any garden into an enchanting oasis of peace. The soothing sounds from the flowing water will help to relax you.

These outdoor water fountains are usually made from hand craved granite or slate, and sometimes they are enclosed within a glass container. You will also find some styles of garden fountains which show a clear glass sheet upon which you will see an endless flow of water running down.

The different outdoor water fountains will include styles that we are familiar with. For instance you will find water fountains which are encased in glass. The water which flows down the inner side of the glass pane will allow you to see the changing patterns which form on the glass as the water runs down the pane.

You can choose to have this type of outdoor water fountain. The different styles in this range will include one which is found standing in a shallow bowl. The water from this fountain is allowed to fall into the bowl. As the water enters the bowl it is recycled back into the fountain.

These types of outdoor water fountains provide people with the chance to enjoy the quiet and peace of being outdoors. The patterns and the soothing sounds of the fountain are perfect for people who want to relax and achieve a state of meditation.

By using outdoor water fountains as a place where you can practice meditation or Feng Shui in your garden, you can have a place where negative energy is displaced and you are able to de-stress. The resulting atmosphere from using outdoor water fountains will make you feel happy and able to accomplish anything.

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Waters Importance For Weight Loss

By Jared Wash

Unfortunately one of the main reasons people struggle with weight loss and dieting is the lack of water they drink on a daily basis.

Water is the central foundation to every health and fitness goal. You probably know that without water living would be impossible but why is it so important for losing weight?

Not drinking enough water could be the reason you are not losing weight.

Water is the most valuable substance you consume and has a wide variety of essential functions that are the source of life. Let's take a look at a few of the functions water performs in your body and the reasons why it is so important to drink enough water.

• Water makes up 60-70% of your body.

• It assists in digestion, absorption and assimilation which gives you the complete vitamins, minerals, and nutrients from the foods you eat

• Water helps with the excretion of waste from the bowels and kidneys. It will help you to avoid constipation and will relieve stress on your kidneys.

• Controlling your body temperature and keeping your body regulating in different situations and actions is another task water performs in your body

• Reduced head aches and stomach bloating are a result of increased water intake

• Water also makes up 92% of your blood that helps with nutrient distribution.

• Proper hydration will help keep your skin smoother and healthier

• It also Lubricates and heals the joints and muscles.

These are just a few of the important things water accomplishes in your system.

But why is water so important for weight loss?

Many people search for appetite suppressants to curve their hunger when the best way to feel fuller is to drink more water. Your brain treats hunger and thirst the same so when you think you are hungry, your brain could actually be signaling you that you are thirsty. People who do not consume enough water throughout the day usually develop hunger pains more than those who drink enough water. Drinking cold water is the best choice. It not only quenches your thirst but can actually boost your metabolism as the water has to be warmed up, burning calories.

Another thing that you should know is that drinking water consistently throughout the day will keep you from over eating, having cravings for sweets and can accelerate your energy levels the natural way. There are many other benefits as well; these are just a few select ones.

Try it! When you feel hungry drink a big glass of water and wait five minutes to see if you are still hungry. Try always having a bottle of water with you, taking sips every so often and see the affects it has on your appetite. You could also try drinking a large glass of water before eating breakfast to accelerate your metabolism, preparing your body to be a fat burning machine the rest of the day.

Are you drinking enough during the day to keep yourself hydrated?

The average person needs about 6-8 large glasses of water every day. You must also take in to consideration how much you sweat, your caffeine consumption, and amount of daily exercise as these are indicators that you will need to increase your water intake.

If you are not a huge fan of water, eating fruit with high water content is another great way to increase your water consumption without drinking plain water. Fruit with high water content will also fill up your stomach with fewer calories and tons of vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients for a healthy body. There are other foods that have a high content of water and most can be easily recognized like some fruits and vegetables but certain diets may limit foods with high water content. In this case you will simply have to drink more water.

Diuretics like coffee, pop, and caffeinated drinks cause the body to lose water and dehydrate the body. By cutting back on these drinks, you will decrease the amount of water you need to consume and your body's absorption of vitamins and minerals will be greater.

Try to always have a bottle of water with you to take sips every so often and see the affects it has on your appetite.

How do you know whether or not you are consuming enough water?

There are several easily noticeable warning signs that your body is not getting enough water and is becoming dehydrated.

• Headaches. Headaches are the most common symptom of dehydration. Water flushes out all the toxins in your body and makes up 75% up your brain. No wonder a lack of water causes a headache!

• Lack of concentration and fatigue. With a built up amount of toxins in your body due to a lack of water, you will see a drop in your energy level as your body is concentration on dealing with the unwanted toxins in your body.

• Constipation. Water in your body will be directed to more vital functions resulting in painful and harder stools from the lack of water.

• Reduced urine output or dark urine. 200 liters of water is passed through your kidney's every day so a lack of water will limit your kidney's filtering ability, resulting in darker urine.

• Dry mouth and bad breath. When not enough water is frequently passing through your mouth to rinse away the food particles, bacteria can create dry mouth syndrome and bad breath over time.

• Skin. Water keeps your skin looking and feeling clear and smooth so if your skin develops dry spots, coloring, and roughness, it could be an indication of you is dehydrating your body.
Final thoughts

If you are serious about becoming leaner and healthier, drinking water is an absolute must. Nothing is more important to your health than drinking enough water, so give it a shot and start drinking more to help you achieve weight loss the natural way and put you on the right tract to a healthier lifestyle.

Have a great day and God bless!

Jared Wash is an author with certifications by ACSM, NESTA, and ISSA in personal trainer, nutritionist, and online fitness coaching for weight loss. His mission with top weight loss site is to guide people away from false lies and myths in the fitness industry while focusing on true health and weight loss cardio workout methods.

Leonardo's Da Vinci's Water Study

By William E. Marks

About 500 years ago, Leonardo Da Vinci (1452-1519) recorded ideas about vortices based on his experiments with water. In fact, the subject of water, hydrology, and hydraulics made up a large part of Leonardo's lifetime study. As a matter of historic note – more of Da Vinci’s writings were devoted to the subject of water than any other subject. The existence of water and its vortices intrigued Da Vinci, prompting him to speculate about the existence and behavior of vortices in the air and cosmos. The power and meaning of vortices in water also led him to closely study the behavior of water under different conditions.

Da Vinci’s fascination with fluid dynamics and vortices crossed over into his art – with the flowing motions of water and vortices being expressed in his paintings and sculptures.

The existence and behavior of bubbles in water was also of interest to Da Vinci, since he noted from close observation that bubbles rise through water in a spiral motion. In his written notes in the Codex Leicester Folio 23V (now owned by Bill Gates), he observed that the "motions of waters always move in a circle from surface to bottom.”

Da Vinci spent many years in his makeshift laboratory and in the field observing the movements of water and air. To see the fluid dynamics of water at work, he did experiments using glass tanks so he could watch the motion of flowing water under various scenarios. During his field research, he maintained detailed notes and drawings to record his experiences and observations.

To facilitate his research, he invented a water gate that utilized the pressure of water to create a tight seal. Unforseen by DaVinci at the time – his experiments and detailed technical drawings of this water gate would survive through time and eventually be used in designing the lock gate system of the Panama Canal.

At times, Da Vinci's mind would ponder the many realms of water as his observations often triggered writing ideas. As a habit, he would jot down or sketch these thoughts along the margins of his papers while working on other subjects. One such series of notes in the upper right hand corner of one of his papers provides us with his outline for a proposed treatise on water. It was divided into fifteen books, with each book dealing with a different aspect of water:

1. Of Water in Itself
2. Of the Sea
3. Of the Veins
4. Of Rivers
5. Of the Nature of Bottoms
6. Of Objects
7. Of Various Kinds of Gravel
8. Of the Surface of Water
9. Of Things Moving in It
10. Of River Repairs
11. Of Conduits
12. Of Canals
13. Of Machines Turned by Water
14. Of Raising Water
15. Of Things Worn Away by Water

Given the numerous other activities Leonardo was involved in, he never found the time to complete this series of water books. His writings, especially the Codex Leicester, contain many references and brief notes to be included in these books. An example of this can be found in his notes dealing with precipitation: “Write how clouds are formed and how they dissolve, and what it is that causes vapour to rise from the water of the earth into the air, and the cause of mists and of the air becoming thickened, and why it appears more blue or less blue at one time than another. Write in the same way of the regions of the air and the cause of snow and hail, and how water contracts and becomes hard in the form of ice, and of the new shapes that the snow forms in the air.”

Another of Da Vinci's field observations explored the physical expression of the vortex principle on a grand scale. His written observations about a water spout he saw along the seashore were recorded on a page entitled "Of wind twists and eddies involving water." As expressed in Da Vinci’s inimitable words:

It often happens that, when one wind meets another at an obtuse angle, these two
winds circle around together and twine themselves into the shape of a huge
column, and becoming thus condensed, the air acquires weight. I once saw such
winds, raging around together, produce a hollow in the sand of the seashore as
deep as the height of a man, removing from it stones of considerable size, and
carrying sand and seaweed though the air for the space of a mile and dropping
them in the water, whirling them around and transforming them into a dense
column, which formed dark thick clouds as its upper extremity.

Many people will probably never see such a waterspout land on shore in their lifetime, but thanks to Da Vinci and his detailed notes from long ago, we have the opportunity to appreciate the feeling of such an experience.

William E. Marks http://www.watervoices.com

Water researcher/speaker since 1970; Editor/Publisher of Water Voices from Around The World (October 2007) - a new tabletop book created in conjunction with the United Nations' decade of water project – contains 400 color photos and over 100 articles; recipient of many awards; founder/owner (14 years) of a State-Certified water testing lab; founder of environmental research institute (17 years); in college had major polluting industry indicted by grand jury in precedent-setting case under the Refuse Act; lived outside for 2 years while traversing 7,000 miles across America from coast-to-coast on horseback for his RIDE FOR NATURE project; founding publisher Martha's Vineyard Magazine and Nantucket Magazine;
author: The Holy Order of Water, Healing Earth's Waters and Ourselves; author: "The History of Wind Power on Martha's Vineyard"; Chair of Greenlands Aquifer Committee to save 400 acres from development on Martha's Vineyard; travels the globe, speaking and playing Native American Flute