Constant composition commitment (Q447)
Subject, term, tag: Constant composition commitment
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Constant composition commitment |
Subject, term, tag: Constant composition commitment |
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IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026
The constant composition commitment is the remaining climate change that would result if atmospheric composition, and hence radiative forcing, were held fixed at a given value. It results from the thermal inertia of the ocean and slow processes in the cryosphere and land surface. (English)
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026