What is Polar Vortex?

A polar vortex is a circulating mass of air in the atmosphere, typically found in polar regions. This rotating air mass occurs in both the stratosphere and troposphere at high latitudes, close to the poles. It is formed by the rotation of cold, dense air.

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An elongated area of relatively low atmospheric pressure, often associated with unsettled weather conditions like storms...

A middle cloud type within the B family in the international cloud classification. These clouds consist of water droplets...

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