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Effects of stratospheric lapse rate on numerically simulated thunderstorm cloud top structureThe study of overshooting midlatitude severe thunderstorm tops has led to the detection of some intriguing patterns. This paper provides a summary of an investigation of the effects of stratospheric stability on thunderstorm cloud top structure, taking into account the utilization of a fully three-dimensional (3D) anelastic model discussed by Schlesinger (1975, 1978, 1984). The layout of model experiments is discussed, giving attention to initial environmental soundings, and initial forcing. The time variation of the vertical velocity extreme is examined, and a description of the mature storm structure is presented. Constant-altitude plane views throughout storm depth are considered along with cloud top height fields. With the stratospheric lapse, the warm region is small and breaks down into separate spots with secondary cold spots downshear of them.
Document ID
19860064907
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Schlesinger, R. E.
(Wisconsin, University Madison, United States)
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1985
Subject Category
Meteorology And Climatology
Accession Number
86A49645
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAG5-23
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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