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Toward Greater Clarity: Reanalyzing Solomon’s Depiction of the Ross Ice Shelf Atmospheric Dynamic
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Abstract
In her book The Coldest March, Dr. Susan Solomon’s influential interpretation of the meteorological conditions surrounding Captain Scott’s South Pole expedition emphasizes the role of extreme weather. However, a reassessment of her characterization of atmospheric dynamics over the Ross Ice Shelf—particularly regarding katabatic winds and airstream structure—reveals discrepancies with established meteorological understanding. Drawing on satellite data, historical records, and current polar research, this article aims to clarify the scientific context and invite a careful reconsideration of Solomon’s conclusions.
DOI
https://doi.org/10.31223/X5BF2R
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Education, Physical Sciences and Mathematics, Social and Behavioral Sciences
Keywords
The Coldest March, Captain Scott, South Pole run, Ross Ice Shelf, The Coldest Marc h, Solomon's speculations, Solomon's misinterpretations, Yale University Press error, academic publishing accountability, scientific misrepresentation
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Published: 2025-10-10 14:27
Last Updated: 2025-10-10 14:27
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CC-BY Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International
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