geostrophic current

hydrology

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In ocean current: Geostrophic currents
…of current is called a geostrophic current. The simple equation given above provides the basis for an indirect method of computing ocean currents. The relief of the sea surface also defines the streamlines (paths) of the geostrophic current at the surface relative to the deep reference level. The hills represent…
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In climate: The Gulf Stream
…rise to a dynamically induced geostrophic current, which occurs throughout the upper layer of warm water. The strength of this geostrophic current is determined by the horizontal pressure gradient through the slope in sea level. The slope in sea level across the Gulf Stream has been measured by satellite radar…
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