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A linear theory of extratropical synoptic eddy statistics

The extent to which the statistics of extratropical synoptic eddies may be deduced from the assumption that the eddies are stochastically forced disturbances evolving on a baroclinically stable background flow is examined.

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Published in:Journal of the atmospheric sciences 1998-01, Vol.55 (2), p.237-258
Main Authors: WHITAKER, J. S, SARDESHMUKH, P. D
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:The extent to which the statistics of extratropical synoptic eddies may be deduced from the assumption that the eddies are stochastically forced disturbances evolving on a baroclinically stable background flow is examined.
ISSN:0022-4928
1520-0469
DOI:10.1175/1520-0469(1998)055<0237:altoes>2.0.co;2