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Chen, D., Liu, W.T., Tang, W. and Wang, Z. (2003). Air-sea interaction at an oceanic front: Implications for frontogenesis and primary production. Geophysical Research Letters 30: doi: 10.1029/2003GL017536. issn: 0094-8276. |
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Based on recent satellite observations, we hypothesize that there exists a significant air-sea interaction at the shelf-break front in the East China Sea. An idealized ocean-atmosphere coupled model was designed to test this hypothesis and to study the physical processes involved in such an interaction, with emphasis on the oceanic part. A positive feedback between ocean and atmosphere was identified in the model and its consequences were evaluated. We found that air-sea interaction, when combined with sloping topography, could provide a mechanism for the genesis of the shelf-break front. The resulting frontal circulation and vertical mixing could bring nutrient-rich subsurface water into the surface euphotic zone, thus making the frontal region a conspicuous place for primary production. |
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Keywords
Oceanography, Physical, Air/sea interactions, Oceanography, Physical, Fronts and jets, Oceanography, Biological and Chemical, Ecosystems, structure and dynamics, Oceanography, General, Continental shelf processes, Oceanography, General, Numerical modeling |
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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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