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El Nino, La Nina, and the Southern Oscillation

  • 1 Edición, Volumen 46 - 14 de diciembre de 1989
  • Última edición
  • Editores: James R. Holton, S. George Philander, Renata Dmowska
  • Idioma: Inglés

El Nino and the Southern Oscillation is by far the most striking phenomenon caused by the interplay of ocean and atmosphere. It can be explained neither in strictly oceano… Leer más

Descripción

El Nino and the Southern Oscillation is by far the most striking phenomenon caused by the interplay of ocean and atmosphere. It can be explained neither in strictly oceanographic nor strictly meteorological terms. This volume provides a brief history of the subject, summarizes the oceanographic and meteorological observations and theories, and discusses the recent advances in computer modeling studies of the phenomenon.

Puntos claves

  • Includes a comprehensive and up-to-date research survey
  • Discusses in detail sophisticated computer models
  • Provides a clear exposition of the major problems which prevent more accurate predictions of El Nino

De interès para

Physical oceanographers, meteorologists/climatologists, biological oceanographers, and marine biologists.

Índice

The Southern Oscillation (Variability of the Tropical Atmosphere). Oceanic Variability in the Tropics. Oceanic Adjustment. I. Oceanic Adjustment. II. Models of Tropical Atmosphere. Interactions between the Ocean and Atmosphere. Bibliograpy.

Reseñas

"The book will be indispensable to anyone attempting to penetrate the large and confusing literature; Philander has made a good story of it."—SCIENCE

"George Philander in his new book captures the story behind the present embryonic science of forecasting climate variability, and comprehensively explores the coupled physics of the atmosphere and oceans that forms the basis of this science."—NATURE

Detalles del producto

  • Edición: 1
  • Última edición
  • Volumen: 46
  • Publicado: 14 de diciembre de 1989
  • Idioma: Inglés

Sobre los editores

JH

James R. Holton

James R. Holton was Professor of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Washington until his death in 2004. A member of the National Academies of Science, during his career he was awarded every major honor available in the atmospheric sciences including AGU’s Revelle Medal.
Afiliaciones y experiencia
University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA

SP

S. George Philander

Afiliaciones y experiencia
Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory, Princeton University, New Jersey

RD

Renata Dmowska

Renata Dmowska works in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences at Harvard University in Cambridge, MA, USA.
Afiliaciones y experiencia
School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, USA

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