Synoptic scale

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-011764",
  "term": "Synoptic scale",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A spatial scale in atmospheric chemistry that encompasses phenomena with horizontal dimensions ranging from hundreds to thousands of kilometers. This scale is relevant for studying large-scale weather systems and the transport of pollutants over long distances. Weather maps and global climate models typically operate at this scale.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and the Environment",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1990, 62, 2167. 'Glossary of atmospheric chemistry terms (Recommendations 1990)' on page 2217 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199062112167)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/synoptic-scale/"
}