Paleotempestology - Using Sedimentary Deposits to Reconstruct Storm Impacts over Millennial Timescale
Offered By: Seds Online via YouTube
Course Description
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Explore the fascinating field of paleotempestology in this hour-long webinar, delving into the study of sedimentary deposits to reconstruct storm impacts over millennial timescales. Learn how scientists use this innovative approach to overcome the limitations of short-term instrumental records, providing crucial insights into long-term storm patterns and their devastating effects on coastal areas worldwide. Discover the methods used to analyze sedimentary evidence and understand the climatic implications derived from comparing sites across different regions. Gain valuable knowledge about how paleotempestology contributes to our understanding of past storm events and their potential implications for future climate scenarios.
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Paleotempestology: Using Sedimentary Deposits to Reconstruct Storm Impacts over Millennial Timescale
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Seds Online
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