Contour interval
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-004652
The constant difference in value between adjacent contour lines on a meteorological chart. This interval determines the resolution and detail of the representation of a variable's spatial distribution. A smaller contour interval indicates a steeper gradient or more rapid change in the variable across the map.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-004652 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
Record as JSON
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"field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
"definition": "The constant difference in value between adjacent contour lines on a meteorological chart. This interval determines the resolution and detail of the representation of a variable's spatial distribution. A smaller contour interval indicates a steeper gradient or more rapid change in the variable across the map.",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/contour-interval/"
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