Droplet
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-005148
A very small particle of liquid water suspended in the atmosphere, forming the visible components of clouds and fog. These microscopic particles are formed by the condensation of water vapor onto cloud condensation nuclei. Cloud droplets have diameters ranging from a few micrometers to about 100 micrometers.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-005148 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| See also | Cloud droplet; Drizzle drop; Drop; Raindrop |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "A very small particle of liquid water suspended in the atmosphere, forming the visible components of clouds and fog. These microscopic particles are formed by the condensation of water vapor onto cloud condensation nuclei. Cloud droplets have diameters ranging from a few micrometers to about 100 micrometers.",
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"cloud droplet",
"drizzle drop",
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/droplet/"
}
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