Lapse rate (Q756)
Subject, term, tag: Lapse rate
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Lapse rate |
Subject, term, tag: Lapse rate |
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IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026
The rate of change of an atmospheric variable, usually temperature, with height. The lapse rate is considered positive when the variable decreases with height. (English)
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026