standard atmosphere

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-002623",
  "term": "standard atmosphere",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A hypothetical vertical distribution of atmospheric temperature, pressure, and density that, by international agreement, is taken to be representative of the atmosphere for purposes of pressure altimeter calibrations, aircraft performance calculations, aircraft and missile design, ballistic tables, etc.",
  "see_also": [
    "Air"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/standard-atmosphere/"
}