convergence zone

British  

noun

1. geology a zone where tectonic plates collide, typified by earthquakes, mountain formation, and volcanic activity

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Example Sentences

The researchers also found that an atmospheric band near the equator called the "intertropical convergence zone," which produces 30 percent of global precipitation, causes an intense amount of energy transfer, and produces ocean turbulence.

From Science Daily

A large fraction of humanity depends on a belt of thunderstorms and rain called the Intertropical Convergence Zone.

From Scientific American

That convergence zone is pushing hot air down, Kovacik said.

From Seattle Times

A convergence zone will set up over Skagit and Snohomish counties Tuesday afternoon before rain showers decrease in coverage Tuesday night across the interior Puget Sound area, the weather service said.

From Seattle Times

A convergence zone drifting southeast into King County is expected to bring significant daytime snow to the mountain passes and gusty rain to Seattle on Thursday.

From Seattle Times