Diffluence
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-004994
A pattern of atmospheric flow where streamlines spread apart in the downstream direction. This indicates a decrease in the speed of the wind perpendicular to the flow, or a fanning out of the flow. It is often observed in the upper troposphere ahead of troughs.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-004994 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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