Parallel Measurements of Light Scattering and Characterization of Marine Particles in Water: An Evaluation of Methodology
Abstract
The long-term goal of our research is to develop the base of knowledge necessary to: (i) understand the magnitudes and variability of the ocean optical properties; (ii) predict the inherent and apparent optical properties of the ocean including remote-sensing reflectance, given the types and concentration of suspended particles; (iii) retrieve the inherent optical properties and concentration of seawater constituents from remote sensing. The principal objective of this project is to evaluate various techniques for parallel (or nearly-parallel) determinations of light scattering and particle characteristics using a broad suite of experimental approaches and instruments, including both benchtop and in situ instrumentation. A secondary objective is to characterize variability in the volume scattering function and particle size distribution for various optical water types and samples. Specific objectives for this reporting period include * completion of mesocosm experiments to compare different methods of measuring the volume scattering function (VSF) and particle size distribution (PSD) * collection of field data for assessing and interpreting natural variability in the VSF and PSD for various optical water types and samples.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA521753
Entities
People
- Dariusz Stramski
Organizations
- Scripps Institution of Oceanography