Drop-size spectrometer

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-005149",
  "term": "Drop-size spectrometer",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "An instrument designed to measure the size and concentration of individual hydrometeors, such as cloud droplets or raindrops, within a sample volume. It operates by detecting the optical properties or electrical charge of particles as they pass through a sensing area. These devices are used in atmospheric research to characterize cloud microphysics and precipitation formation.",
  "synonyms": [
    "drop-size meter",
    "disdrometer"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/drop-size-spectrometer/"
}