
Ocean Circulation and Climate: Observing and Modelling the Global Ocean
Complexity and Systemic Risk: Hilary Term Seminar Series 2010
Ocean Overturning Circulation and Climate Implications
The chapter discusses the mechanical drivers behind the ocean overturning circulation system, emphasizing the significant heat transfer it facilitates between the north and south Atlantic. It delves into the historical context, overlooked genius in physical oceanography, and the potential consequences of disrupting this circulation. The discussion also touches on climate change implications, AMOC scenarios in the 21st century, and the challenges in monitoring and interpreting ocean circulation data.
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