Vertical modes

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-009997",
  "term": "Vertical modes",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "Characteristic patterns of atmospheric or oceanic oscillation that vary with height or depth, representing distinct vertical structures of waves or disturbances. These modes arise from the stratification of the fluid and are solutions to the linearized equations of motion, often expressed as eigenfunctions. Each mode has a specific vertical wavelength and propagation speed, influencing how energy is distributed and transported vertically in the atmosphere or ocean.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/vertical-modes/"
}