Theory for El Nino and the Southern Oscillation
Journal Article
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· Science (Washington, D.C.); (United States)
A coupled atmosphere-ocean model is presented for El Nino and the Southern Oscillation that reproduces its major features, including its recurrence at irregular intervals. The interannual El Nino-Southern Oscillation cycle is maintained by deterministic interactions in the tropical Pacific region. Ocean dynamics alter sea-surface temperature, changing the atmospheric heating; the resulting changes in surface wind alter the ocean dynamics. Annually varying mean conditions largely determine the spatial pattern and temporal evolution of El Nino events. 20 references, 3 figures.
- Research Organization:
- Lamont-Doherty Geological Observatory, Palisades, NY
- OSTI ID:
- 5937563
- Journal Information:
- Science (Washington, D.C.); (United States), Journal Name: Science (Washington, D.C.); (United States) Vol. 228:4703; ISSN SCIEA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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