PMSE dependence on long-period vertical motions
Journal Article
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· Geophysical Research Letters
- Arecibo Observatory (Puerto Rico)
- Univ. of Washington, Seattle, WA (United States)
The authors analyze the temporal relationship between PMSE (polar mesosphere summer echoes) and long-period vertical motions using the Poker Flat, Alaska radar data. The results show that the vertical velocity leads PMSE by 90{degrees} to 180{degrees} with a possible upward trend in phase with increasing frequency. They show that this is consistent with the current PMSE theories which depend primarily upon the presence of charged ice aerosols for the enhancement of radar scatter. 23 refs., 2 figs.
- OSTI ID:
- 175773
- Journal Information:
- Geophysical Research Letters, Journal Name: Geophysical Research Letters Journal Issue: 10 Vol. 22; ISSN GPRLAJ; ISSN 0094-8276
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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