Towards a merged satellite and in situ fluorescence ocean chlorophyll product

Understanding the ocean carbon cycle requires a precise assessment of phytoplankton biomass in the oceans. In terms of numbers of observations, satellite data represent the largest available data set. However, as they are limited to surface waters, they have to be merged with in situ observations. A...

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Main Authors: H. Lavigne, F. D'Ortenzio, H. Claustre, A. Poteau
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2012-06-01
Series:Biogeosciences
Online Access:http://www.biogeosciences.net/9/2111/2012/bg-9-2111-2012.pdf