Dynamic range

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-010487",
  "term": "Dynamic range",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The span of signal magnitudes that a sensor or instrument can accurately measure. It extends from the minimum detectable signal, limited by noise, to the maximum signal level before saturation or distortion occurs. For weather radar, a wide dynamic range, often exceeding 90 decibels (dB), is necessary to distinguish between very light precipitation and intense hail cores within the same storm.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/dynamic-range/"
}