potential temperature

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-002085",
  "term": "potential temperature",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The temperature a parcel of dry air would have if brought adiabatically (i.e.,\nwithout transfer of heat or mass) to a standard pressure level of 1000 mb.",
  "see_also": [
    "virtual potential temperature",
    "Liquid water potential temperature",
    "equivalent potential temperature",
    "wet-bulb potential temperature"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/potential-temperature/"
}