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Sun, Heat, and the Global Water Cycle

Ray Schmitt
Ray Schmitt
Senior Scientist
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

Dr. Schmitt earned his Ph.D. in Physical Oceanography from the University of Rhode Island. His research interests include oceanic mixing processes such as "salt fingers" and the oceanic freshwater cycle. Read more about Dr. Schmitt here.

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Dr. Raymond Schmitt talks about the role our sun plays in the global water cycle. More specifically, he discusses the connection between the ocean and atmosphere and why that connection is so important.

Full webinar: Salinity's Connection to Climate Change and an Accelerated Water Cycle

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