Blink
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-003949
A luminous reflection on the underside of clouds, caused by light reflected from a snow or ice-covered surface below. This phenomenon is often observed in polar regions or over snow-covered land. It indicates the presence of extensive snow or ice, even when the surface itself is not directly visible.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-003949 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| See also | Snow blink; Ice blink |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "A luminous reflection on the underside of clouds, caused by light reflected from a snow or ice-covered surface below. This phenomenon is often observed in polar regions or over snow-covered land. It indicates the presence of extensive snow or ice, even when the surface itself is not directly visible.",
"see_also": [
"snow blink",
"ice blink"
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/blink/"
}
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