Freeze-thaw pattern

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-010515",
  "term": "Freeze-thaw pattern",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A climatic cycle characterized by repeated fluctuations of air or ground temperature across the freezing point of water, 0°C (32°F). This process drives physical weathering of rocks, soil movement through frost heaving, and places stress on infrastructure. The frequency and duration of these cycles are key climate metrics in temperate, alpine, and polar regions, influencing hydrology and ecosystem processes.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/freeze-thaw-pattern/"
}