Pseudoadiabatic lapse rate

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-008192",
  "term": "Pseudoadiabatic lapse rate",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The rate at which the temperature of a saturated air parcel decreases with increasing altitude during a pseudoadiabatic process. This rate is less than the dry adiabatic lapse rate because the latent heat released during condensation partially offsets the cooling due to expansion. It is a key parameter for assessing atmospheric stability and predicting cloud formation, typically ranging from 4 to 9 °C per kilometer.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/pseudoadiabatic-lapse-rate/"
}