atmospheric science
type: Concept
narrower: kelvin waves

concepts
type: Collection
type: ConceptGroup
member: kelvin waves

kelvin waves
type: Concept
broader: atmospheric science
definition: Kelvin waves, affecting weather and climate, occur in both the oceans and the atmosphere. These low-frequency, gravity-driven waves propagate vertically and parallel to boundaries (e.g., equator, coastline, air masses, and topography). [Source: Encyclopedia of Global Warming & Climate Change; Waves, Kelvin]