Abstract
Gordon [1970] performed a series of calculations on vertical momentum flux and surface stress associated with Langmuir circulations that was based on data by Scott et al. [1969] and on Gordon's own observations on the Plantagenet bank south of Bermuda. He states, “If the momentum is derived from the wind stress τx at the sea surface, a stress of 2 to 3 dynes/cm2 is needed.” From Malkus [1962] the magnitude of the stress seems large, but it is well within the expected stress according to Hutchinson [1957, p. 276]. Stewart [1967] calculated the stress per Langmuir circulation necessary to overcome only the thermal stability on Lake George, New York. The calculation was based on measured vertical velocities and distance between convergence zones during the summer.
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