Diurnal vertical migration
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-005082
The daily pattern of upward and downward movement of organisms, such as plankton or insects, within the water column or atmospheric boundary layer. In meteorology, this can refer to the vertical movement of insects or aerosols in response to changes in light, temperature, or humidity. This migration can influence atmospheric optical properties and radar returns.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-005082 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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