Solenoid

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Solenoid

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A tube formed in space by the intersection of unit-interval isotimic surfaces of two scalar quantities. </dd>
Solenoids formed by the intersection of surfaces of equal pressure and density are frequently referred to in meteorology. A barotropic atmosphere implies the absence of solenoids of this type, since surfaces of equal pressure and density coincide. </dd>

References

This article is based on NASA's Dictionary of Technical Terms for Aerospace Use