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Modelling and prediction
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In order to make predictions of climate change, we have to calculate the effects of all the key processes operating in the climate system. Our knowledge about these processes can be represented in mathematical terms, but the complexity of the system means that the calculation of their effects can only be performed in practice using a computer. The mathematical formulation is therefore implemented in a computer program, which we refer to as a climate model. Various types of climate model are used for climate simulation and prediction. Usually the surface of the earth is divided up using a rectangular grid, and the ocean and atmosphere further sub-divided at different levels to make computation possible (see figure). Best results are obtained with a fine grid and many different levels, but this requires enormous computer power. The limitations of our knowledge and computing resources mean that the results of climate models are always subject to some uncertainty.   See More...
 
 
 
 
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Selected natural and cultural World Heritage sites around the globe. Maps, charts, photos. Case Studies on Climate Change and World Heritage Selected natural and cultural World Heritage sites around the globe. Maps, char...  
Reflects the growing recognition of the complex scientific and technical issues related to climate change and sustainable development Confronting Climate Change: Avoiding the Unmanageable and Managing th...Unavoidable Reflects the growing recognition of the complex scientific and technical issues...  
Compilation and synthesis of available scientific information on ocean acidification and its impacts on marine Scientific synthesis on the impacts of ocean acidification on marine ...iodiversity Compilation and synthesis of available scientific information on ocean acidific...  
Presents an objective synthesis and analysis of the impacts of ocean fertilization on marine biodiversity. Scientific synthesis on the impacts of ocean fertilization on marine ...iodiversity Presents an objective synthesis and analysis of the impacts of ocean fertilizat...  
Review of the economics of climate change, with accompanying notes and comment Stern Review on the economics of climate change Review of the economics of climate change, with accompanying notes and comment...  
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History, biology and likely death of the Great Barrier Reef unless greenhouse emissions are reduced. Written by the former Chief Scientist at the <a href=http://www.aims.gov.au>Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)</a>. A Reef in Time. The Great Barrier Reef from Beginning to End History, biology and likely death of the Great Barrier Reef unless greenhouse e...  
Species and habitats in tropical Australia that are vulnerable to climate change Climate Change and the Great Barrier Reef. A Vulnerability Assessment Species and habitats in tropical Australia that are vulnerable to climate chang...  
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The complex relationship between oceans, climate and weather The effect of climate and weather on our oceans The complex relationship between oceans, climate and weather 
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