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Confluence: A rate at which wind flow comes together along an axis oriented normal to the flow in question. The opposite of diffluence.

Stream Order: A classification system that represents the relative position of streams in a drainage basin. The highest tributaries in the basin are first order streams. These converge to form second orde . . . View Full Definition

Chakra : Literally meaning circle or wheel, in yoga this refers to the energy centers lying along the confluence of the nadis (energy channels).

Diffluence: A rate at which wind flow spreads apart along an axis oriented normal to the flow in question. The opposite of confluence.