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Basic Air Sea Studies (BASS)

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Basic Air Sea Studies (BASS)

Mersey Estuary in the Bass Strait, Devonport. Source: G.Houston Mersey Estuary in the Bass Strait, Devonport. Source: G.Houston
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Updated: July 2, 2012, 8:28 am
Topics: Oceans and seas
This article has been reviewed by the following Topic Editor: C Michael Hogan

Basic Air Sea Studies (BASS) was a series of experiments carried out in Bass Strait, Australia during the period 1975–1985. The data sets gathered results in a clearer understanding of the relationships between wave state, wind stress, and surface layer turbulence.

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Further Reading

  • Physical Oceanography Index
  • A. J. Chambers and R. A. Antonia. Wave–induced effect on the Reynolds shear stress and heat flux in the marine surface layer. JPO, 11:116–121, 1981.

Citation

Steve Baum (Lead Author);C Michael Hogan (Topic Editor) "Basic Air Sea Studies (BASS)". In: Encyclopedia of Earth. Eds. Cutler J. Cleveland (Washington, D.C.: Environmental Information Coalition, National Council for Science and the Environment). [First published in the Encyclopedia of Earth March 30, 2010; Last revised Date July 2, 2012; Retrieved May 19, 2013 <http://www.eoearth.org/article/Basic_Air_Sea_Studies_(BASS)?topic=49523>

The Author

Steve Baum Assistant Research Scientist, Physical Section Department of Oceanography Texas A&M University   ... (Full Bio)

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