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Komhyr, W.D., Grass, R.D. and Leonard, R.K. (1986). Total ozone decrease at South Pole, Antarctica, 1964–1985. Geophysical Research Letters 13: doi: 10.1029/GL013i012p01248. issn: 0094-8276. |
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Mean monthly total ozone data obtained at South Pole, Antarctica, during 1964--1985 are presented. Preliminary analysis of the data suggests that total ozone has decreased at South Pole by roughly 20% since the mid-1960's. Largest decreases have occurred during October and November months, but autumn and winter months also exhibit a decrease. During February months, ozone has increased slightly. Superimposed on the long-term downward ozone trend are episodic decreases in ozone dating back to 1965 that have occurred at intervals of 4--6 years. These decreases are shown to be related to delays in stratospheric warmings in Antarctica and the transport of ozone into Antarctica each spring. |
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American Geophysical Union 2000 Florida Avenue N.W. Washington, D.C. 20009-1277 USA 1-202-462-6900 1-202-328-0566 service@agu.org |
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