Point vortex

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-008002",
  "term": "Point vortex",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A theoretical construct representing a vortex with infinite vorticity concentrated at a single point in a two-dimensional fluid flow. This idealized model simplifies complex fluid dynamics by assuming all circulation occurs at a singularity. It is often used to analyze the interactions and movements of multiple vortices in an incompressible, inviscid fluid.",
  "see_also": [
    "line vortex"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/point-vortex/"
}