Dynamical roles of mixed layer in regulating the meridional mass/heat fluxes

The mixed layer is an important component of the oceanic circulation system. Recent progress in energetics of the oceanic circulation suggests that the amount of external mechanical energy available for mixing is directly linked to the strength of the meridional overturning circulation. Using an ana...

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Published in:Journal of Geophysical Research. C. Oceans 2007-05, Vol.112 (C5), p.n/a
Main Authors: Huang, Rui Xin, Huang, Chuan Jiang, Wang, Wei
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