While scientists have long studied currents of large eddies, the smaller ones — called submesoscale eddies — are notoriously ...

Small things matter, at least when it comes to ocean features like waves and eddies ... once every 21 days. The satellite gives researchers a multidimensional view of water levels, which they ...

Scientists captured the first detailed images of small ocean currents, revealing their surprising role in shaping the climate ...

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This makes them incapable of depicting the differences in water height needed to spot the waves. This study used data captured by the new Surface Water Ocean Topography (SWOT) satellite ...

A stock image of an aerial view of waves in the Atlantic Ocean. A stock image of an aerial view of waves in the Atlantic Ocean. iStock / Getty Images Plus "This direct sedimentary evidence shows ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. There is more to the ocean’s waves than just rolling and breaking ...