Day

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-004870",
  "term": "Day",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The period of time required for one complete rotation of the Earth on its axis, relative to a celestial reference point. In meteorology, a solar day, approximately 24 hours, is the most common measure, defining the cycle of diurnal heating and cooling. This fundamental unit of time influences many atmospheric processes and weather patterns.",
  "see_also": [
    "year",
    "lunar day",
    "pendulum day",
    "observational day"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/day/"
}