Background.- Fundamental Characteristics of the Polar Oceans and Their Sea Ice Cover.- Satellite Remote Sensing Techniques.- Geophysical Parameters and Algorithms for High Latitude Applications.- Variability of Surface Pressure, Winds, and Clouds.- Variability of Surface Temperature and Albedo.- Characteristics and Variability of the Sea Ice Cover.- Polynyas and Other Polar Phenomena.- Variability of Phytoplankton Pigment Concentrations and Primary Productivity.- Decadal Changes, Correlations, and Trends.
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