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Observations of strong surface radar ducts over the Persian Gulf

Brooks et al., 1999

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94931294726492943
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Brooks I
Goroch A
Rogers D
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Journal of applied meteorology

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Ducting of microwave radiation is a common phenomenon over the oceans. The height and strength of the duct are controlling factors for radar propagation and must be determined accurately to assess propagation ranges. A surface evaporation duct commonly forms due to …
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