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Ekman Lab
File Name ekman.lab.docx
Data Type document
Computer Program Microsoft Word 2011
File Size 109.00 KB - 1 file
Expert Level High School (Grade 9-12)
Contributor Greg Sinnett
Source Greg Sinnett
Resource Matrix The Physics of Oceans
Description
This lab activity demonstrates how Vagn Walfrid Ekman solved the mystery of why icebergs seemed to drift at odd angles compared to the wind direction.
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