👉 An appointed fluid, often referred to as a "fluid" in a broader sense but specifically in the context of fluid dynamics, is a substance that exhibits properties similar to a liquid but behaves more like a gas under certain conditions. This fluid is typically a mixture of gases or a gas with a high density, where the molecules are close enough to interact but not so tightly bound that they form a distinct liquid phase at room temperature. The term is often used in meteorology and atmospheric science to describe phenomena like supercritical fluids, which are substances above their critical point where the distinction between liquid and gas phases disappears. These fluids can have unique properties, such as high diffusivity and solvency, making them useful in various industrial and scientific applications.