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Original numerical simulations of 2D turbulent convection on a hemisphere are presented. Nusselt and Reynolds numbers verify scaling laws consistent with Rayleigh-B\'enard convection. Despite significant differences in geometry with classical 3D cells, the scaling laws of thermal convection are robust.
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