Superior mirage

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-009411",
  "term": "Superior mirage",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "An optical phenomenon where an object appears to be displaced upwards from its true position, or an inverted image appears above the real object. This occurs when the air near the surface is colder than the air above it, causing light rays to bend downwards. Superior mirages are common in polar regions over cold water or ice.",
  "see_also": [
    "inferior mirage",
    "sinking"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/superior-mirage/"
}