Convection — definition?
Vertical fluid movement caused by density differences.
Convection — definition?
Vertical fluid movement due to density differences.
Eddies — role?
Circular flows that enhance mixing and transport.
Eddies — formation causes?
Flow instabilities, wind shear, current shear.
Waves — restoring forces?
Gravity and Earth's rotation.
Hydrostatic equilibrium — balance?
Pressure gradient vs gravity.
Navier-Stokes equations — purpose?
Model fluid motion including forces.
Reynolds number — indicates?
Flow regime: laminar or turbulent.
Coriolis force — effect on flow?
Deflects moving fluids.
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