Characterization and optimization of a dual channel PERCA for the investigation of the chemistry of peroxy radicals in the upper troposphere [Elektronische Ressource] / von Deniz Kartal

Characterization and optimization of a dual channel PERCA for the investigation of the chemistry of peroxy radicals in the upper troposphere Deniz Kartal Universität Bremen 2009 Characterization and optimization of a dual channel PERCA for the investigation of the chemistry of peroxy radicals in the upper troposphere Vom Fachbereich für Physik und Elektrotechnik der Universität Bremen zur Erlangung des akademischen Grades eines Doktor der Naturwissenschaften (Dr. rer. nat.) genehmigte Dissertation von M.Sc. Deniz Kartal wohnhaft in Bremen 1. Gutachter: Prof. Dr. J.P. Burrows 2. Gutachter: Prof. Dr. Peter Lemke Eingereicht am: 01.09.2009 Tag des Promotionskolloquiums: 09.10.2009 INDEX ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION 1 THEORETICAL BACKGROUND ....................................................- 1 - 1.1 Main physical features of the atmosphere ..................................................................................... - 1 - 1.1.1 Vertical variation of atmospheric pressure and temperature........................................................... - 1 - 1.1.2 Large Scale Motion of the atmosphere.......................................................................................... - 6 - 1.1.2.1 The General Circulation....................................................................................................... - 6 - 1.1.2.2 Troposphere-Stratosphere Exchange .