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Gulf Stream

Gulf Stream

This in-depth website describes the Gulf Stream, its place in the North Atlantic Gyre, influence on weather and climate, and role of eddies and rings in distributing heat and salinity. A history, from the 16th to 20th centuries, describes scientists' developing understanding of the Gulf Stream and evolution of oceanographic instruments used to study it, with special details on satellite observations. Also covered: the importance of oceanography and the Gulf Stream to naval applications.
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stem education, workforce development, technician training, advanced technological education
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Material Type:
Reference Material
Date Added to MERLOT:
August 3, 2016
Date Modified in MERLOT:
February 13, 2022
Author:
Submitter:
Barbra Bied Sperling
Hispanic Serving Institution
Primary Audience:
College General Ed, College Lower Division, College Upper Division, Graduate School, Professional
Technical Format:
Website
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Language:
English
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No
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No
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