condensation level

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condensation level The atmospheric level at which condensation occurs as a result of convection, the lifting of air (e.g. orographic lifting), or vertical mixing. See also lifting condensation level and convective condensation level.

A Dictionary of Ecology MICHAEL ALLABY

condensation level

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condensation level The atmospheric level at which condensation occurs as a result of convection, the lifting of air (e.g. orographic lifting), or vertical mixing. See also LIFTING CONDENSATION LEVEL; and CONVECTIVE CONDENSATION LEVEL.

A Dictionary of Earth Sciences AILSA ALLABY and MICHAEL ALLABY

convective condensation level

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convective condensation level The level at which surface air will become saturated when rising by convection. See also lifting condensation level.

A Dictionary of Ecology MICHAEL ALLABY

convective condensation level

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convective condensation level The level at which surface air will become saturated when rising by convection. See also LIFTING CONDENSATION LEVEL.

A Dictionary of Earth Sciences AILSA ALLABY and MICHAEL ALLABY