Meridional circulation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-007207",
  "term": "Meridional circulation",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The component of atmospheric or oceanic circulation that involves movement along lines of longitude, primarily in a north-south direction. This circulation is responsible for the poleward transport of heat and moisture, balancing the energy budget of the Earth. The Hadley cell is a prominent example of a meridional circulation pattern in the tropics.",
  "see_also": [
    "meridional cell",
    "meridional flow"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/meridional-circulation/"
}