Seasonal cycles of surface layer salinity in the Pacific Ocean

The seasonal variability of surface layer salinity (SLS) is examined in the Pacific Ocean between 40° S and 60° N using a variety of data sources. Significant seasonal cycles were found in 5 regions: 1) The western North Pacific, 2) The northeastern North Pacific and Alaska gyre, 3) the intertropica...

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Main Authors: F. M. Bingham, G. R. Foltz, M. J. McPhaden
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2010-08-01
Series:Ocean Science
Online Access:http://www.ocean-sci.net/6/775/2010/os-6-775-2010.pdf