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advection
1. A reference to the processes of transport and mixing of properties (energy, heat, moisture, etc.) of a fluid by mass motion of that fluid in the horizontal plane.
2. In the atmosphere, the horizontal transfer of anything by the movement of air; for example, wind.
2. In the atmosphere, the horizontal transfer of anything by the movement of air; for example, wind.
Common examples of advection include heat and moisture.
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advection fog
Fog that forms when warmer humid air flows over cooler ground or water.
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