Concentration basin

Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-004566

A geographical area where atmospheric pollutants or other substances tend to accumulate due to meteorological conditions and topographical features. These basins often experience reduced air circulation, leading to higher levels of airborne contaminants. Examples include urban areas surrounded by mountains, where inversions can trap pollutants near the surface.

Table 1. Record
Identifier	MLC-T-MET-004566
Field	Meteorology and atmospheric science

Record as JSON

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  "term": "Concentration basin",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A geographical area where atmospheric pollutants or other substances tend to accumulate due to meteorological conditions and topographical features. These basins often experience reduced air circulation, leading to higher levels of airborne contaminants. Examples include urban areas surrounded by mountains, where inversions can trap pollutants near the surface.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/concentration-basin/"
}

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