The sea level rise from this contribution is subtracted from the total sea level rise to obtain another estimate of steric sea level rise. (skepticalscience.com)
The estimate's dynamical consistency allows for the comprehensive attribution of steric changes in terms of advection, diffusion, and surface buoyancy exchange processes. (aer.com)
According to Zhang, the branching structure of the ligands protects the surface of the nanocrystals by occupying more space than straight - chain molecules, creating a mechanical barrier through an effect known as steric hindrance. (sciencedaily.com)