Vertical section
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-009999
A two-dimensional cross-section of the atmosphere, typically displaying the distribution of meteorological variables along a vertical plane. These sections are constructed from observations or model output and are used to visualize atmospheric structures like fronts, jet streams, or cloud formations. They provide insight into the vertical extent and organization of weather systems.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-009999 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| See also | Cross section; Time section; Time-height section; Profile |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "A two-dimensional cross-section of the atmosphere, typically displaying the distribution of meteorological variables along a vertical plane. These sections are constructed from observations or model output and are used to visualize atmospheric structures like fronts, jet streams, or cloud formations. They provide insight into the vertical extent and organization of weather systems.",
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"cross section",
"time section",
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"profile"
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/vertical-section/"
}
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