Model atmosphere

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-007356",
  "term": "Model atmosphere",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A theoretical or idealized representation of the Earth's atmosphere, often used for scientific calculations, instrument calibration, or as a reference standard. These models define typical vertical profiles of temperature, pressure, density, and other atmospheric properties. The International Standard Atmosphere (ISA) is a widely used example.",
  "see_also": [
    "adiabatic atmosphere",
    "homogeneous atmosphere",
    "isothermal atmosphere",
    "thermotropic model",
    "equivalent barotropic model",
    "barotropic model",
    "standard atmosphere"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/model-atmosphere/"
}