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north atlantic oscillation  

Definition

  • [Stephen R. Meyers] The North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO) is the leading mode of atmospheric variability in the North Atlantic region, influencing storm tracks and creating a dipole pattern of precipitation from north to south across Western Europe. 

Entry terms

  • NAO

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  • MS Academic Keywords

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http://vocabs.lter-europe.net/EnvThes/20403

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