GEC 4

MATHEMATICS IN THE MODERN WORLD

BALDE, CHRISTY ANN JOY C.

BARCELONA, TRECHY C.

BERNABE, KRIZYL MAYNE M.

BSED FILIPINO 1-A

WEDNESDAY -SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

1.4.MATHEMATICS HELPS PREDICT THE BEHAVIOR OF NATURE

AND PHENOMENA IN THE WORLD

Using mathematical tools we create models which correspond to what we can

measure and observe in the world of reality. Models that work really well, that predict
behaviors in the counterpart to the model which have not yet been observed, these are
taken as “laws of nature” Occasionally, the mathematics of laws of describing
phenomena not considered related reveal surprising unanticipated relationships.
Mathematics provides the framework within which our observations of the physical world
can be encoded. It goes beyond being merely descriptive when it exposes relationships
that integrate disparate subjects.

Mathematics can be used to explain how something recurs in nature. Mathematics

is used to explain why Sun set, where it went, why it returned because it was easier to
count these events in numbers than to put them into words. Similarly, formulas became a
way of using numbers to show how things in nature happen together or oppose one
another.

Mathematics is helpful especially when seeking to explain the limitless feeling one
gets when contemplating the natural world that exists outside ourselves. The logic of any
idea that can be explained in words can be reinforced mathematically to reach and
persuade a larger audience about its concurrency with natural phenomena, its economic
applicability and its business potential.
EXAMPLE:

Predicting the size, location and timing of natural hazards is virtually impossible, but
because of the help of mathematics we are able to forecast calamities such as hurricanes, floods,
earthquake’s, volcanic eruptions, wildfires, and landslides etc. Using mathematical, tools we
create models which corresponds to what we can measure and observe in the world reality.

EXAMPLES OF CALAMITIES:
 Mathematicians play an important role in the process working with a set of equations that
describe the atmosphere, taking into account temperarture, pressure and humidity, Global
Circulation Models (GGMs) describe the interactions between oceans and atmosphere to look at
what the average conditions could be in decades to come.

Meteorologist at NOAAs National Weather Services have always monitored the conditins of
the atmosphere that impact the weather, but over time the equipment they use has changed. As
technology advanced, our scientists began to use more efficient equipment to collect and use
additional data. These technological advances enabale our meteoroligists to make better
predictions faster than ever before.

 DOPLER RADAR
 SATELLITE DATA
 RADIOSONDES
 AUTOMATED SURFACE: OBSERVING SYSTEM
 SUPER COMPUTERS

Dopler Radar- is the meteorologist’s window into observing severe storms. With 159 radar
towers across the United States has comprehensive coverage of the continental U.S. and partial
coverage of Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Guam. Dopler radar detects all types of precipitation,
the rotation of thunderstorm clouds, airborne tornado debris, and wind strength and direction.
Satellite data- weather Satellites monitor Earth from space, collecting observational data our
scientist analyze. NOAA operates three types of weather satellites. Polar orbiting satellites orbit
the Earth close to the surface, taking six or seven detailed images a day. Geostationary satellites
stay over the same location on Earth high above the surface taking images of the entire Earth as
frequently as very 30 seconds. Deep space satellites face the sun to monitor powerful solar
storms and space weather. NOAA also uses data from satellites operated by other agencies and
countries.

Radiosondes- are our primary sources of upper-air data. At least twice per day, radiosondes
are tried to weather balloons and are launched to 92 locations across the United States. In its two
hour trip, the radiosondes float to the upper stratosphere where it collects and sends back data
every second about air pressure, temperature, relative humidity, winds speed and wind direction.
During severe weather, we usually launch weather balloons more frequently to collect additional
data about the storm environment.
Automated surface-observing systems- ASOS (automates surface-observing system)
constantly monitor weather conditions on the Earths surface. More than 900 stations across the
U.S report data about sky conditions, surface visibility, precipitation, temperature and wins up to
12 times an hour. Nearly 10,000 volunteer NWS Cooperative Observers collect and provide us
additional temperature, snowfall and rainfall data. The observational data our ASOS and
volunteers
collect are
essential
for
improving
forecast
and
warnings.
Supercomputers- NOAA’S Weather and Climate Operational Supercomputers System
(WCOSS) is the backbone of modern forecasting .With 5.78 petaflop computing capacity is can
process quadrillions of calculation per second. Our supercomputers are almost 6 million times
more powerful than your average desktop computer. Observational data collected by Doppler
radar, radiosondes, weather satellites, buoys and other instruments are fed into computerized
NWS numerical forecast models. The models use equations, along with new and past weather
data, to provide forecast guidance to our meteorologists.