Velocity potential

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-009968",
  "term": "Velocity potential",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A scalar function whose negative gradient yields the divergent component of a velocity field. It is particularly useful for analyzing large-scale atmospheric flows, separating the flow into its rotational and divergent parts. The velocity potential is often used in global atmospheric models to diagnose and forecast mass transport.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/velocity-potential/"
}