Definitions Flashcards
1
Q
What is the heat budget equation?
A
Qs + Qb + Qh + Qe +Qv = Qt
2
Q
What is Qs?
A
The inflow of solar energy (short wave).
3
Q
What is Qb?
A
The back radiation from the sea (long wave).
4
Q
What is Qh?
A
The conduction of heat to/from the sea surface.
5
Q
What is Qe?
A
Heat gain/loss by condensation/evaporation.
6
Q
What is Qv?
A
Advection of heat by horizontal currents.
7
Q
What is Qt?
A
The resultant increase/decrease in T.
8
Q
What is an adiabatic process?
A
A process that takes place without transfer of heat or matter between a system and its surroundings, e.g. pressure change with no temperature change.
