VERIFICATION OF A MODEL FOR ESTIMATING MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CONVECTIVE MIXING.
Abstract
A method of estimating the depth of homogeneous mixing in the upper layer of a two-layer ocean is discussed. The method applies during the period of general heat loss from the ocean surface and is based upon convective processes occurring within the homogeneous layer. The model used is one developed by N. P. Bulgakov; density and salinity distribution with depth are plotted from the surface through the halocline. The model was tested using data taken during the winter months over a five year period at Ocean Weather Station 'P' located in the northeastern Pacific Ocean. The conclusions reached show that the model has two important features; first, it clearly demonstrates the important factors causing convective processes to occur; and second, it can be useful in separation of effects of the convective process from those of other mixing or nonmixing processes in the upper ocean layer. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1964
- Accession Number
- AD0603435
Entities
People
- Charles L. Davis
Organizations
- Naval Postgraduate School