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An improved semi-empirical model for the densification of Antarctic firn.

Authors :
Ligtenberg, S. R. M.
Helsen, M. M.
van den Broeke, M. R.
Source :
Cryosphere; 2011, Vol. 5 Issue 4, p809-819, 11p
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The article presents a study on a firn densification model that simulates Antarctic firn density profiles as well as its temporal evolution and surface height. It mentions the model's utilization of an ameliorated firn densification expression that is adjusted to fit depth-density measurements. It also notes its steady-state and time-dependent model versions which respectively simulate strong variability in firn layer thickness and operate in Antarctic places with various climate conditions.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
19940416
Volume :
5
Issue :
4
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Cryosphere
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
71420823
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.5194/tc-5-809-2011