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natural phenomenon > atmospheric phenomenon > radiative-convective equilibrium

Preferred term

radiative-convective equilibrium  

Definition

  • The equilibrium state of an atmospheric column for which any net loss or gain of radiant energy is balanced by the vertical transport of latent or sensible heat. (Source: https://glossary.ametsoc.org/wiki/Radiative-convective_equilibrium)

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • radiative convective equilibrium
  • RCE

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/CHC-N3F0B6CW-S

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