Richardson number

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-008572",
  "term": "Richardson number",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A dimensionless parameter in fluid dynamics that expresses the ratio of buoyancy forces to shear forces in a stratified fluid. It is used to characterize the stability of a fluid layer and the likelihood of turbulence. A Richardson number less than 0.25 indicates that turbulence is likely to occur, while values greater than 0.25 suggest that the flow is stable and turbulence will be suppressed.",
  "see_also": [
    "gradient Richardson number",
    "bulk Richardson number",
    "Critical richardson number",
    "Flux richardson number"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/richardson-number/"
}