Atmometry

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-003662",
  "term": "Atmometry",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The measurement of evaporation from a free water surface into the atmosphere. This process quantifies the rate at which water vapor is transferred from a liquid state to a gaseous state. Instruments such as atmometers or evaporimeters are used to perform these measurements, often employing a standardized pan of water.",
  "synonyms": [
    "atmidometry"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/atmometry/"
}