What is Orographic Lift?
The upward movement of air caused by a topographic barrier, such as a mountain, which can lead to cloud formation and precipitation.
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The term used for turbulence occurring in the absence of clouds or cloud-like elements in the visible area. It is often observed...
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The lowest level of a given cloud or cloud layer in the atmosphere, relative to the observer's position above the ground.
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