Monsoon study reveals secrets of rainfall patterns in Eastern China.
The study looked at rainwater isotopes in Eastern Monsoon China to understand how monsoons affect precipitation. They collected samples from 17 stations in 2005-2006 and found that isotopes varied across the region, with coastal areas having lower values. Southern and Northeastern China showed seasonal patterns in isotopes, with different factors influencing them. Temperature had a stronger effect in the north, while rainfall amount was more important in the south. Altitude and latitude also played a role in different regions. The isotopes could indicate monsoon movements and track typhoons.