Nordatlantische

Nordatlantische is the term used in some Germanic languages to denote things related to the North Atlantic region. It is formed from Nord- (“north”) and Atlantische, and corresponds to the English term North Atlantic. It is used in geography, meteorology, oceanography, ecology, and cultural studies.

Geography: The Nordatlantische region generally refers to the part of the North Atlantic Ocean and its adjacent coasts situated in the northern hemisphere, including parts of Europe and North America. There is no single fixed boundary; the term is applied flexibly across disciplines to denote the northern Atlantic basin and its phenomena.

Climate and oceanography: The North Atlantic is influenced by major currents such as the Gulf Stream and the North Atlantic Drift, which shape regional climate and marine conditions. Climate patterns like the North Atlantic Oscillation are central to discussions labeled Nordatlantische in scientific literature. The term may describe weather systems, oceanic processes, and related ecosystems that occur in this region.

Ecology and economy: Nordatlantische ecosystems include cold-temperate to subpolar marine communities. The term also appears in fisheries, shipping, and energy contexts when distinguishing the northern Atlantic zone from southern or other basins. It is not an administrative entity but a geographic-ecological concept used in research and policy.