Angular velocity
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-003514
The rate at which an object or a system rotates or revolves around an axis, expressed as the angle traversed per unit time. In atmospheric science, it describes the rotation of fluid parcels within vortices, cyclones, or the Earth itself. It is typically measured in radians per second or degrees per second.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-003514 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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