Abstract
This chapter presents a synthesis of the atmospheric research achievements of the Mackenzie GEWEX Study (MAGS) that has advanced our understanding of the Mackenzie River Basin (MRB) climate system. It highlights our knowledge on key aspects of the system, and discusses the significance of MAGS contribution to cold region hydroclimate. Attention is focused on (1) the largescale atmospheric processes that control the transport of water and energy into the Basin, (2) interactions of the large-scale atmospheric flows with physical environment of the Basin and their effect on its weather and climate, and (3) application of research results to climate issues in the Basin and beyond. © 2008 Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg.
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Szeto, K. K., Stewart, R. E., Yau, M. K., & Gyakum, J. (2008). The Mackenzie climate system: A synthesis of MAGS atmospheric research. In Cold Region Atmospheric and Hydrologic Studies. The Mackenzie GEWEX Experience: Volume 1: Atmospheric Dynamics (pp. 23–50). Springer Berlin Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-73936-4_2
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