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This study examines the robustness of the proposed modern solar activity / hurricane frequency relationship in light of recently compiled Atlantic hurricane records made available for the period 1700-1850. Constructing a thermodynamic efficiency for hurricanes utilizing mean monthly sunspot numbers (SSN), a Bayesian model that incorporates HURDAT (1851-2008) and Chenoweth archive (1700-1850) datasets is employed to maximize the information about the sun-hurricane relationship through the centuries. The information contained within the Chenoweth archive adds support to the hypothesis that solar variation influences hurricane activity. Results have impacts for U.S. seasonal hurricane science, as well as life and property for coastal and near-coastal populations.
A Thesis submitted to the Department of Geography in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science.
Bibliography Note
Includes bibliographical references.
Advisory Committee
James B. Elsner, Professor Directing Thesis; Thomas H. Jagger, Committee Member; J. Anthony Stallins, Committee Member; L. Jordan, Committee Member.
Publisher
Florida State University
Identifier
FSU_migr_etd-4005
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