Stochastic theory of radiative transfer through generalized cloud fields

We present a coherent treatment, based on linear kinetic theory, of stochastic radiative transfer in an atmosphere containing clouds. A brief summary of statistical cloud radiation models is included. We explore the sensitivities inherent in the stochastic approach by using a well‐known plane‐parall...

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Published in:Journal of Geophysical Research. D. Atmospheres 2004-09, Vol.109 (D18), p.D18113.1-n/a
Main Authors: Lane-Veron, Dana E., Somerville, Richard C. J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
climate
clouds
Earth, ocean, space
Exact sciences and technology
radiation
stochastic
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Summary:We present a coherent treatment, based on linear kinetic theory, of stochastic radiative transfer in an atmosphere containing clouds. A brief summary of statistical cloud radiation models is included. We explore the sensitivities inherent in the stochastic approach by using a well‐known plane‐parallel model developed by Fouquart and Bonnel together with our own stochastic model which generalizes earlier work of F. Malvagi, R. N. Byrne, G. C. Pomraning, and R. C. J. Somerville. In overcast conditions, in comparison to the plane parallel model, the stochastic model underestimates transmittance at small optical depths (
ISSN:0148-0227
2156-2202
DOI:10.1029/2004JD004524