Pressure waves in a vortex towards the centre?

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Pressure waves are indeed present in vortices, such as cyclones, due to the molecular motions of the fluid or air. These pressure waves contribute to a buoyancy-like effect, causing solids to move towards the center of the vortex while the surrounding fluid molecules do not follow. The phenomenon is well-documented in fluid dynamics literature, particularly in the context of vortex tubes and vortex stretching. For further understanding, refer to the provided Wikipedia links on vortex dynamics.

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Is there a pressure wave in every vortex (or cyclone etc), created by the motions of the molecules of the fluid or air which make up the vortex, pressing towards the centre of the vortex, and causing the ... buoyancy-like result that: The solids are moving towards the centre of the vortex WITHOUT the molecules of the fluid or the air following the solid?

Any links saying that this actually happens, if it happens?
 
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