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Takahashi, T. and Keenan, T.D. (2004). Hydrometeor mass, number, and space charge distribution in a “Hector” squall line. Journal of Geophysical Research 109: doi: 10.1029/2004JD004667. issn: 0148-0227. |
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Videosonde data from an Australian squall line were combined with a radar echo profile to construct a conceptual model of hydrometeor mass, number, and space charge evolution. Two-step hydrometeor growth modes were suggested: low-level, warm rain-frozen drop and high-level, graupel-ice crystals. A riming electrification mechanism successfully explained the charge distribution. A warm rain-frozen drop process was active in the forward area of the convective region, and frozen drop growth was highly active near the 0¿C level. Ice crystals, which electrified frozen drops positively, increased in number as they were lifted. Graupel growth was enhanced, and additional charge separation occurred between ice crystals and graupel in the upper level. Large negative graupel fell at the rear of the convective region, while positive ice crystals and small negative graupel were transported into the anvil. The reason for high lightning frequencies in a squall line over a maritime continent is also discussed. |
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Keywords
Meteorology and Atmospheric Dynamics, Atmospheric electricity, Meteorology and Atmospheric Dynamics, Convective processes, Meteorology and Atmospheric Dynamics, Precipitation, Meteorology and Atmospheric Dynamics, Remote sensing, squall line electricity, squall line rain, lightning |
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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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