geostrophic

/d͡ʒɪ.əˈstɹoʊ.fɪk/
adj 2

Definitions

adj

1

Relating to the balance, in the atmosphere, between the horizontal Coriolis forces and the horizontal pressure forces.

2

Relating to or arising from the deflective force exerted on the atmosphere due to the rotation of the earth.

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