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Image : Shallow eddies

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Section of potential temperature (left) and salinity (right) through a typical eddy. Lines of constant potential density (referenced to the surface) are shown in the left panel. Dotted lines in the right panel indicate profile locations. (M. Timmermans)

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Last updated: April 23, 2013
 


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