Convection

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002536",
  "term": "Convection",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The transfer of heat or mass within a fluid (liquid or gas) through the movement of the fluid itself. This occurs as warmer, less dense fluid rises and cooler, denser fluid sinks, creating a circulating current. Convection is a primary mechanism for heat distribution in the atmosphere and oceans.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and the Environment",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1990, 62, 2167. 'Glossary of atmospheric chemistry terms (Recommendations 1990)' on page 2182 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199062112167)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/convection/"
}