Discrete spectrum
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-005050
A spectrum consisting of distinct, separate frequencies or wavelengths, rather than a continuous range. In atmospheric science, this can refer to the absorption or emission lines of specific gases, which occur at precise wavelengths. This contrasts with a continuous spectrum, such as that emitted by a blackbody.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-005050 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| See also | Continuous spectrum |
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