Coefficient of eddy viscosity

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-004478",
  "term": "Coefficient of eddy viscosity",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A parameter representing the enhanced momentum transfer due to turbulent eddies in a fluid, analogous to molecular viscosity. It quantifies the effective viscosity of a turbulent fluid, which is significantly larger than its molecular viscosity. This coefficient is used in atmospheric models to parameterize the effects of turbulence on mean flow.",
  "see_also": [
    "eddy viscosity",
    "Logarithmic velocity profile"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/coefficient-of-eddy-viscosity/"
}