Definition: El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is the name given to a climatological effect. Combined with his little sister La Nina, the ENSO is best known for causing havoc in present-day South America. Once thought to be a recent result of global warming, the El Nino effect has been recognized as having been a disruptive force throughout human history and has been implicated in some of the troubles faced by the Inca civilization.
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
This glossary entry is part of the Dictionary of Archaeology. Sources for the term include the references listed on the front page of the Dictionary, and the websites listed in the sidebar. Any mistakes are the responsibility of Kris Hirst.
