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Circulation pattern

Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-004307

The characteristic arrangement of atmospheric flow, typically at a large scale, that persists for a period of time. These patterns describe the general movement of air masses, pressure systems, and jet streams. Examples include blocking patterns, zonal flow, and meridional flow, which influence regional weather conditions.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-MET-004307
FieldMeteorology and atmospheric science
See alsoPressure pattern
Record as JSON
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  "id": "MLC-T-MET-004307",
  "term": "Circulation pattern",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The characteristic arrangement of atmospheric flow, typically at a large scale, that persists for a period of time. These patterns describe the general movement of air masses, pressure systems, and jet streams. Examples include blocking patterns, zonal flow, and meridional flow, which influence regional weather conditions.",
  "see_also": [
    "pressure pattern"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/circulation-pattern/"
}

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