Date of Award
Spring 2001
Document Type
Legacy Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Department
Marine Science
College
College of Science
First Advisor
Craig Gilman
Abstract/Description
While the Gulf Stream has been extensively studied, there is still much speculation on the causes of Gulf Stream meandering and ring formation. This study explores the effects of frequent outbreaks of cold weather systems across the southeast region of the United States in relation to stability of the Gulf Stream. The hypothesis is that frequent outbreaks of cold air over the Gulf Stream will lead to Gulf Stream instability and a greater number of rings produced during the subsequent year. Statistical analysis of climatological data of the region and Gulf Stream ring data will be presented to address this hypothesis.
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Recommended Citation
Maher, Tamara S., "Influence of Southeastern Winter Climate on the Formation of Gulf Stream Rings" (2001). Honors Theses. 248.
https://digitalcommons.coastal.edu/honors-theses/248