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Undular bore

Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-009879

A type of atmospheric gravity wave characterized by a series of waves or oscillations that propagate along a density interface, often appearing as a train of parallel cloud bands. These bores form when a stable air mass is lifted by a propagating disturbance, such as a cold front or sea breeze. They are frequently observed in the lower troposphere and can produce significant weather changes.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-MET-009879
FieldMeteorology and atmospheric science
See alsoGravity current
Record as JSON
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  "id": "MLC-T-MET-009879",
  "term": "Undular bore",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A type of atmospheric gravity wave characterized by a series of waves or oscillations that propagate along a density interface, often appearing as a train of parallel cloud bands. These bores form when a stable air mass is lifted by a propagating disturbance, such as a cold front or sea breeze. They are frequently observed in the lower troposphere and can produce significant weather changes.",
  "see_also": [
    "gravity current"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/undular-bore/"
}

Record 10,021 of 10,756 in Meteorology and atmospheric science terminology (MLC-0110). Request the full dataset.