Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ferrel's law
noun
/ˈfɛrəlz lɔː/
Definition
A principle in meteorology that describes the tendency of wind patterns to be deflected, or curved, in relation to the Earth’s rotation.
Examples
- According to Ferrel’s law, winds in the mid-latitudes are deflected to the right in the northern hemisphere and to the left in the southern hemisphere.
- Ferrel’s law is crucial for understanding how weather systems move and evolve.
Meaning
Ferrel’s Law explains how the rotation of the Earth affects atmospheric circulation, leading to changes in wind direction and the behavior of weather systems.
Synonyms
- Wind deflection principle
- Atmospheric circulation rule
