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gradient current |
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gradient current [′grād·ē·ənt ‚kə·rənt] (oceanography) A current defined by assuming that the horizontal pressure gradient in the sea is balanced by the sum of the Coriolis and bottom frictional forces; at some distance from the bottom the effect of friction becomes negligible, and above this the gradient and geostrophic currents are equivalent. Also known as slope current. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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