When two currents from opposite directions meet ![]() When two currents from opposite directions meet, a circular motion results called a whirlwind. On the sea this takes up small particles of water from the sea and condenses some of the moisture in the clouds above, forming a great funnel-shaped column. They are quite common off the coast of Syria. Over land they take up small particles of dust. wind; whirlwind; atmosphere; sky; winds; whirlwinds; skies Bible Hub |