Hypsometry

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-006391",
  "term": "Hypsometry",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The measurement and study of the distribution of elevations of landforms or depths of ocean basins. In atmospheric science, it can refer to the vertical distribution of atmospheric pressure or density with height. A hypsometric curve illustrates the proportion of an area at different elevations.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/hypsometry/"
}