The structure and evolution of the stratospheric vortex in response to natural forcings

The structure and evolution of the Arctic stratospheric polar vortex is assessed during opposing phases of, primarily, the El Nio-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) and the Quasi-Biennial Oscillation (QBO), but the 11 year solar cycle and winters following large volcanic eruptions are also examined. The an...

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Main Authors: Mitchell, D, Gray, L, Charlton-Perez, A
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2011