Advection
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ædˈvɛkʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Advection is a noun meaning (physics) The transport of a scalar by bulk fluid motion.
Meaning
(physics) The transport of a scalar by bulk fluid motion.
More Meanings
- (meteorology, earth science, physical chemistry) The horizontal movement of a body of atmosphere (or other fluid) along with a concurrent transport of its temperature, humidity etc.
Word Forms
- advections
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include convection, current, attitude, flow, flying, airstream.
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