chlorophyll-a (Chl-a)
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A review and assessment of Copernicus water quality and temperature products in coastal waters: insights from the Adriatic Sea
Copernicus satellite data offers valuable insights into ocean conditions, but challenges remain in accurately representing the complexities of coastal waters. This review assesses the performance of Copernicus water quality and sea surface temperature (SST) products within the Northern Adriatic Sea, utilizing multi-year in-situ measurements. Results indicate high reliability for SST and improved chlorophyll-a accuracy with bias correction. Turbidity products, however, require further refinement.
Deep–breathing basin mesoscale dipoles utilize deep nutrient reserves and modulate upper–ocean productivity
Recent research validates the significant influence of deep-breathing basin mesoscale dipoles on ocean productivity. This study, utilizing high-resolution observations from the southern Gulf of Mexico, demonstrates how subsurface cyclone-anticyclone eddy pairs modulate phytoplankton biomass, specifically chlorophyll-a concentrations. Analysis reveals that cyclonic eddies facilitate the upward transport of nutrient-rich waters from depths exceeding 1000 meters, establishing a direct link between deep reservoirs and the euphotic zone, thereby enriching subsurface biological activity.