Base reflectivity
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-000292
Base Reflectivity is the default image. Taken from the lowest (½° elevation) slice, it is the primary image used to "see what's out there". There are two versions of Base Reflectivity image; the short range version which extends out to 124 nautical miles (143 statute miles/230 kilometers) and the long range version which extends out to 248 nautical miles (285 statute miles/460 kilometers). This image is available upon completion of the ½° elevation scan during each volume scan
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-000292 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| References | NWS Glossary |
Record as JSON
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"term": "Base reflectivity",
"field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
"term_source": "Base Reflectivity",
"definition": "Base Reflectivity is the default image. Taken from the lowest (½° elevation) slice, it is the primary image used to \"see what's out there\". There are two versions of Base Reflectivity image; the short range version which extends out to 124 nautical miles (143 statute miles/230 kilometers) and the long range version which extends out to 248 nautical miles (285 statute miles/460 kilometers). This image is available upon completion of the ½° elevation scan during each volume scan",
"references": [
"NWS Glossary"
],
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/base-reflectivity/"
}
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