Heterogeneous fluid

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-006232",
  "term": "Heterogeneous fluid",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A fluid whose density varies in space, as in a stratified atmosphere or ocean, in contrast to a homogeneous fluid of uniform density. The density variations let buoyancy act on displaced parcels, which allows internal gravity waves that a uniform-density fluid cannot support. Distinct phases or components are not required for a fluid to be heterogeneous in this sense.",
  "see_also": [
    "homogeneous fluid"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/heterogeneous-fluid/"
}