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Castellatus

Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-004194

A cloud feature, often used interchangeably with castellanus, describing turreted or castle-like extensions rising vertically from a cloud base. This morphology suggests convective activity and potential for further vertical development, indicating atmospheric instability. It is a key indicator for forecasters assessing the likelihood of showers or thunderstorms.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-MET-004194
FieldMeteorology and atmospheric science
See alsoCastellanus
Record as JSON
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  "id": "MLC-T-MET-004194",
  "term": "Castellatus",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A cloud feature, often used interchangeably with castellanus, describing turreted or castle-like extensions rising vertically from a cloud base. This morphology suggests convective activity and potential for further vertical development, indicating atmospheric instability. It is a key indicator for forecasters assessing the likelihood of showers or thunderstorms.",
  "see_also": [
    "castellanus"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/castellatus/"
}

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