Summary of conductive heat flow in Iceland.

Abstract

The deep temperature distribution in Iceland is considerably disturbed by nonstationary effects such as water movement and volanism. To estimate the conductive heat flow pattern a careful selection of holes for temperature gradient measurements is necessary. No direct thermal conductivity data of these respective holes exist, however a value of 1.7 W/moC may be considered as a reasonable estimate. The surface distribution of heat flow with distance from the axis of spreading is evident and corresponds to the general picture found in oceans near actve ridges. -Authors