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Physical oceanography
The scientific study of the physical conditions and processes related to the motions and physical properties of ocean currents and waters.
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Circumpolar Arctic PaleoEnvironments (CAPE)
Earth science; Physical oceanography
An organisation within IGBP–PAGES to provide the vehicle through which international and national Arctic paleo–programs can be linked. The primary emphasis of CAPE is to facilitate the scientific ...
Polar orbit
Earth science; Physical oceanography
An orbit in which a satellite passes directly over or close to the poles. The characteristic orbital period is around 90 minutes at an altitude of between 500 and 1500 km. Such satellites are usually ...
University National Oceanographic Laboratory Systems (UNOLS)
Earth science; Physical oceanography
An organisation of 57 academic institutions and national laboratories involved in oceanographic research and joined for the purpose of coordinating ship schedules and research facilities. The ...
Research Vessel Technical Enhancement Committee (RVTEC)
Earth science; Physical oceanography
An organisation of technical support personnel associated with the university oceanographic Research Vessel fleet of the U.S. RVTEC is charted by UNOLS and publishes a newsletter called "INTERFACE."
National Academy of Sciences (NAS)
Earth science; Physical oceanography
An organisation formed in 1863 to provide independent, objective scientific advice to the nation. The Environment and Earth Sciences programme Unit provides funding for oceanographic research.
Wave Model Development and Implementation group (WAMDI)
Earth science; Physical oceanography
An organisation created to advanced sea surface state models.
Double diffusive instability
Earth science; Physical oceanography
In physical oceanography, this is a consequence of the double diffusion phenomena. If a layer of warmer, saltier water overlies a layer of cooler, fresher water such that the density of the upper ...
