Isotherm ribbon
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-006722
A narrow band on a weather map where isotherms are closely packed, indicating a strong temperature gradient. This feature often signifies the presence of a frontal zone or a region of rapid temperature change. The density of the ribbon reflects the intensity of the thermal boundary.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-006722 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
Record as JSON
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