Age
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-003360
The time elapsed since a specific atmospheric or oceanic parcel of air or water was last at the surface or in contact with a particular source. This concept is used to trace the movement and mixing of atmospheric constituents or water masses. It is often determined using tracer gases or isotopes.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-003360 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
Record as JSON
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