Mesoscale

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-007229",
  "term": "Mesoscale",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Relating to atmospheric phenomena that occur on a spatial scale larger than microscale events but smaller than synoptic-scale systems. These phenomena typically range from a few kilometers to several hundred kilometers in horizontal extent and have durations from hours to a day. Examples include sea breezes, thunderstorms, and mountain-valley winds.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and the Environment",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1990, 62, 2167. 'Glossary of atmospheric chemistry terms (Recommendations 1990)' on page 2201 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199062112167)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/mesoscale/"
}