Aspect ratio

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-003648",
  "term": "Aspect ratio",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The ratio of an object's width to its height, or in atmospheric science, it can refer to the ratio of horizontal to vertical dimensions of atmospheric features like clouds or eddies. For a cloud, it describes its relative flatness or towering nature, influencing its stability and precipitation potential. This ratio is a dimensionless quantity, providing insight into the geometry of atmospheric structures.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/aspect-ratio/"
}