Family of chemical species
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-005539
A group of chemically related substances that share common structural features or react in similar ways within the atmosphere. Examples include the nitrogen oxides (NOx) or the volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These families are often studied together due to their interconnected roles in atmospheric chemistry and pollution.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-005539 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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