Polar Oceans from Space

1. Background
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2. Fundamental Characteristics of the Polar Oceans and Their Sea Ice Cover
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3. Satellite Remote Sensing Techniques
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4. Geophysical Parameters and Algorithms for High Latitude Applications
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5. Variability of Surface Pressure, Winds, and Clouds
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6. Variability of Surface Temperature and Albedo
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7. Characteristics and Variability of the Sea Ice Cover
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8. Polynyas and Other Polar Phenomena
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9. Variability of Phytoplankton Pigment Concentrations and Primary Productivity
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10. Decadal Changes, Correlations, and Trends
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Keywords: Earth Sciences, Oceanography, Meteorology/Climatology, Climate Change