Vapor density
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-009945
The mass of a specific vapor per unit volume, often expressed in grams per cubic meter. In meteorology, it specifically quantifies the concentration of water vapor in the air, distinct from the density of dry air. This value is a direct measure of the absolute humidity and influences atmospheric stability and buoyancy.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-009945 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| Synonyms | absolute humidity |
| See also | Mixing ratio; Specific humidity; Relative humidity; Dewpoint |
Record as JSON
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"term": "Vapor density",
"field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
"definition": "The mass of a specific vapor per unit volume, often expressed in grams per cubic meter. In meteorology, it specifically quantifies the concentration of water vapor in the air, distinct from the density of dry air. This value is a direct measure of the absolute humidity and influences atmospheric stability and buoyancy.",
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"absolute humidity"
],
"see_also": [
"mixing ratio",
"specific humidity",
"Relative humidity",
"dewpoint"
],
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/vapor-density/"
}
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