J1.9 ATMOSPHERIC FORCING OF THE COSMONAUT SEA POLYNYA

The formation of polynyas in the Antarctic sea ice pack has importance in the climate system as they influence the surface exchanges of heat, moisture/salt, and momentum between the atmosphere and ocean.

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Main Authors: David A. Bailey, Todd E. Arbetter, A H. Lynch
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Language:English
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Summary:The formation of polynyas in the Antarctic sea ice pack has importance in the climate system as they influence the surface exchanges of heat, moisture/salt, and momentum between the atmosphere and ocean.