Definition

The movement of a fluid, like air or water, in a horizontal direction, often affecting temperature or other properties.

Example

Advection plays a significant role in weather patterns by transporting warm and cold air masses.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about advection in weather systems?

Yeah, I think it's related to how air moves, right?

Exactly! It really affects temperature changes across regions.

That's interesting! I didn't realize how much it influences our climate.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Advection is formed from "ad-" (meaning to or toward) and "vehere" (meaning to carry). The term describes the process of carrying something, such as heat or moisture, toward a specific area, typically in meteorology.

Memory Tip

Think of 'carrying' ('vehere') something 'toward' ('ad-') a location, which helps you remember that advection refers to the movement of heat or moisture in a specific direction.

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