Latent heat

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-001514",
  "term": "Latent heat",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definitions": [
    "The energy absorbed or released by a substance during a phase change, such as melting, freezing, evaporation, condensation, or sublimation, without a change in temperature. This energy is stored within the molecular structure of the substance. In the atmosphere, the latent heat released during condensation of water vapor is a major energy source for storms and atmospheric circulation.",
    "Heat absorbed or released during a change of phase at constant temperature and pressure."
  ],
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/latent-heat/"
}