Gravity wave

In fluid dynamics, gravity waves are waves generated in a fluid medium or at the interface between two mediums (e.g. the atmosphere or ocean) which has the restoring force of gravity or buoyancy.

Atmospheric gravity waves as seen from space.
Do not confuse with gravitational wave.

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