Zonal kinetic energy

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-010331",
  "term": "Zonal kinetic energy",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The portion of the kinetic energy of the atmosphere or ocean associated with the mean flow in the east-west (zonal) direction. It represents the energy of the large-scale, zonally averaged motion, distinct from the kinetic energy associated with eddies or transient disturbances. This quantity is a key component in atmospheric energy budgets.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/zonal-kinetic-energy/"
}