Slope of a front
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-008940
The inclination of a frontal surface, which is the boundary between two air masses of different temperatures and densities, relative to the Earth's surface. Cold fronts typically have a steeper slope than warm fronts, leading to more intense and localized weather phenomena. The slope is influenced by the temperature difference across the front and the Coriolis effect.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-008940 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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