Blocking Event Scaling Law (IMAGE)

Rice University

Blocking Event Scaling Law

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Rice University fluid dynamicists have found a mathematical formula called a scaling law that relates the size of atmospheric blocking events to the width, latitude and strength of the jet stream, all of which are well-studied and measured.

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