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Title: How might a statistical cloud scheme be coupled to a mass-flux convection scheme?

Journal Article ·
OSTI ID:832725

The coupling of statistical cloud schemes with mass-flux convection schemes is addressed. Source terms representing the impact of convection are derived within the framework of prognostic equations for the width and asymmetry of the probability distribution function of total water mixing ratio. The accuracy of these source terms is quantified by examining output from a cloud resolving model simulation of deep convection. Practical suggestions for inclusion of these source terms in large-scale models are offered.

Research Organization:
NOAA/GFDL, Princeton, New Jersey
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE Office of Science (SC)
DOE Contract Number:
AI02-03ER63562
OSTI ID:
832725
Report Number(s):
DOE/ER/63562-2; TRN: US200516%%1451
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English