Radiance

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-002228",
  "term": "Radiance",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definitions": [
    "The measure of radiant flux passing through or emerging from a specific area within a given solid angle. It quantifies the intensity of electromagnetic radiation traveling in a particular direction, as observed by a remote sensor or instrument. Radiance is typically measured in watts per square meter per steradian (W·m⁻²·sr⁻¹).",
    "A measure of the intensity of the radiant energy flux emitted by a body in a given direction."
  ],
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/radiance/"
}