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Teardrop balloon

Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-009510

A type of meteorological balloon characterized by its elongated, teardrop shape when inflated, designed for atmospheric soundings. This shape provides aerodynamic stability during ascent and minimizes drag, allowing for a more consistent rise rate. Teardrop balloons are typically filled with hydrogen or helium and carry a radiosonde to transmit atmospheric data.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-MET-009510
FieldMeteorology and atmospheric science
Record as JSON
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  "id": "MLC-T-MET-009510",
  "term": "Teardrop balloon",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A type of meteorological balloon characterized by its elongated, teardrop shape when inflated, designed for atmospheric soundings. This shape provides aerodynamic stability during ascent and minimizes drag, allowing for a more consistent rise rate. Teardrop balloons are typically filled with hydrogen or helium and carry a radiosonde to transmit atmospheric data.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/teardrop-balloon/"
}

Record 9,542 of 10,816 in Meteorology and atmospheric science terminology (MLC-0110). Request the full dataset.