Anticyclones 1970-01-01
Anticyclones are high-pressure systems characterized by descending air that leads to clearer skies and stable atmospheric conditions. In an anticyclone, air moves outward from the center, causing the pressure to be higher at the center than in the surrounding areas. This outward flow of air often leads to the development of fair weather conditions.
European windstorms 1970-01-01
European windstorms refer to intense weather events characterized by strong winds, often associated with low-pressure systems that occur over the North Atlantic and affect parts of Europe, particularly the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, and Scandinavia. These storms can cause significant damage through high winds, heavy rainfall, and coastal flooding. The term "European windstorm" is commonly used to describe storms that reach a certain threshold of wind speed, typically classified based on the Beaufort scale or meteorological measurements.
Planetary spots 1970-01-01
"Planetary spots" can refer to different concepts depending on the context. Here are a few interpretations: 1. **Astronomical Observations**: In astronomy, "planetary spots" could refer to specific features observed on planets, such as the Great Red Spot on Jupiter, which is a massive storm, or other atmospheric phenomena on gas giants like Saturn.
Tornado 1970-01-01
A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground. Tornadoes are typically associated with severe weather conditions, including strong thunderstorms, and can cause significant damage due to their high wind speeds, which can exceed 300 miles per hour in the most intense cases.
Tropical cyclones 1970-01-01
Tropical cyclones are intense circular storms that originate over warm tropical oceans and are characterized by low atmospheric pressure, high winds, and heavy rain. They are known by different names depending on their location: they are called hurricanes in the Atlantic and Northeast Pacific, typhoons in the Northwest Pacific, and cyclones in the South Pacific and Indian Ocean.
Types of cyclone 1970-01-01
Cyclones are intense circular storm systems characterized by low pressure, strong winds, and heavy rain. They can be categorized based on their location, formation processes, and characteristics. Here are the main types of cyclones: 1. **Tropical Cyclones**: Form over warm ocean waters and are characterized by organized thunderstorms and a defined circulation pattern. They typically occur in tropical and subtropical regions. - **Hurricanes**: Tropical cyclones that form in the North Atlantic and Northeast Pacific.
Whirlpools 1970-01-01
"Whirlpools" can refer to different contexts, depending on the subject matter. Here are a few possible meanings: 1. **Natural Phenomenon**: In hydrodynamics, a whirlpool is a body of rotating water produced by opposing currents or a current running into an obstacle. It can occur in oceans, seas, rivers, and other bodies of water.
Abrikosov vortex 1970-01-01
The Abrikosov vortex, named after the Soviet physicist Alexei Abrikosov who first described it in 1957, is a fundamental concept in the study of type-II superconductors. In these materials, when subjected to a magnetic field beyond a certain critical threshold, they can exhibit quantized magnetic flux lines known as vortices.
Accretion disk 1970-01-01
An accretion disk is a structure formed by diffused material in orbital motion around a central object, such as a star, black hole, or neutron star. The material—composed of gas, dust, and sometimes other celestial debris—spirals inward toward the central object due to gravitational attraction.
Air vortex cannon 1970-01-01
An air vortex cannon is a device that generates and propels a doughnut-shaped vortex of air, which can be used to create a concussive wave of air or to propel small objects. The principle behind a vortex cannon relies on the creation of a rotating column of air that has lower pressure in the center compared to the surrounding air, resulting in a stable vortex that can travel over a distance.
Batchelor vortex 1970-01-01
The Batchelor vortex is a type of idealized vortex flow in fluid dynamics, named after British scientist G.K. Batchelor, who studied various aspects of fluid motion. Specifically, the Batchelor vortex is characterized by a particular velocity profile, which is a function of the radial distance from the center of the vortex.
Bubble ring 1970-01-01
A bubble ring, sometimes referred to as a toroidal bubble, is a continuous loop of bubble that forms when air is expelled underwater, often resulting in a ring shape. These rings can be produced by various means, such as through the action of a moving object (like a hand or a diver's movements) or by using a specialized device.
Cold-core low 1970-01-01
A cold-core low is a type of low-pressure weather system characterized by a cold or cool center of air at the surface, which is distinct from typical low-pressure systems that usually have warmer cores. In a cold-core low, temperatures at the center are lower relative to the surrounding air, resulting in upward motion and instability in the atmosphere.
Cyclone 1970-01-01
A cyclone is a large atmospheric system characterized by rotating winds and low atmospheric pressure, typically forming over warm bodies of water. Cyclones can occur in different parts of the world and are classified into several types, including: 1. **Tropical Cyclones**: These form in tropical regions over warm ocean waters and are categorized into three intensities: tropical depression, tropical storm, and hurricane or typhoon (depending on the region).
Downwash 1970-01-01
Downwash refers to the downward movement of air that occurs behind an airfoil, such as a wing, as it generates lift during flight. When an aircraft flies, it creates a difference in air pressure above and below the wing, leading to the formation of lift. As the air moves over and under the wing, it also moves downwards behind the airfoil due to the change in pressure and the airflow patterns created.
Dust devil 1970-01-01
A dust devil is a small,旋转的气旋,通常在干燥、沙质或尘土飞扬的地面上形成。它们通常是一个相对较小的气象现象,通常高度在几米到几十米之间,直径从几英尺到几十英尺不等。尘土旋风的形成通常需要强烈的太阳辐射,使地面的空气升温并迅速上升,产生
Eddy (fluid dynamics) 1970-01-01
In fluid dynamics, an "eddy" refers to a localized, swirling flow of fluid that occurs in various types of fluids, be they gases or liquids. Edies develop when the flow of the fluid is disturbed by obstacles, changes in flow velocity, or other discontinuities, leading to a rotational motion of fluid particles.
Eye (cyclone) 1970-01-01
An "eye" in the context of a cyclone, such as a hurricane or typhoon, refers to the calm center of the storm. It is typically characterized by relatively clear skies and lighter winds compared to the surrounding areas. The eye is surrounded by the eyewall, which is the area of the storm that contains the most severe weather, including heavy rain, strong winds, and thunderstorms.
Fire whirl 1970-01-01
A fire whirl, often referred to as a "fire tornado" or "fire devil," is a phenomenon that occurs when a fire generates a rotating column of air and flame. This can happen in various situations, such as during wildfires, when heat from the fire creates rising hot air that starts to spin due to changes in wind direction and speed. Key characteristics of fire whirls include: 1. **Formation**: Fire whirls typically form when intense heat from a fire creates a convection current.
Fujiwhara effect 1970-01-01
The Fujiwhara effect is a phenomenon that occurs when two nearby tropical cyclones, such as hurricanes or typhoons, interact with each other. Named after the Japanese meteorologist Sakuhei Fujiwhara, who first described the effect in the early 20th century, it involves a mutual gravitational attraction between the two storms. When the cyclones are close enough, they can influence each other's paths and intensities.