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TeachMeFinance.com - explain divergence divergence The term 'divergence' as it applies to the area of the weather can be defined as ' The expansion or spreading out of a vector field; usually said of horizontal winds. It is the opposite of convergence. Divergence at upper levels of the atmosphere enhances upward motion, and hence the potential for thunderstorm development (if other factors also are favorable)'. The term 'divergence' as it applies to the area of carbon dioxide can be defined as ' A horizontal flow of water, in different directions, from a common center or zone; it is often associated with upwelling. Also '. Previous 5 Terms: diurnal diurnal current Diurnal Cycles diurnal inequality Diurnal Temperature Range Next 5 Terms: Diversion Diversion capacity Diversion channel (canal or tunnel) Diversion dam Diversion inlet About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005-2011 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice. Information presented at TeachMeFinance.com is provided on an "AS-IS" basis. Please read the disclaimer for details.