Ind Arc observatory Flashcards

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What is it ?

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It is Indias first underwater moored observatory

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Where is it exactly located ?

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Kongsfjorden Fjord ( halfway btw Norway and North pole) at a depth of 192m

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Why is it deployed ?

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1) Continuous monitoring of oceanographic parameters from various depths
2) Understanding of Arctic climate
3) Predict the influence on Indian Monsoon

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Who were involved in its design and development ?

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1) Earth system science Org (ESSO)
2) National Centre for Antartic Ocean Research (NCAOR)
3) Indian National centre for Ocean Info Services (INCOIS)

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Why Kongsfojorden Fjord ?

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It has been chosen as a reference site for Arctic marine studies and a natural laboratory for detailed study on Arctic climate variability due to the presence of Fjord

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What is a Fjord ?

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It is a deep , narrow and elongated sea or lake drain having steep land on 3 sides and an opening towards sea on fourth side

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