Alternate Definitions for mixed layer venting

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Term: mixed layer venting
Definition:

Removal of pollutants out of the top of the atmospheric boundary layer through the mixed-layer capping inversion. Normally pollutants cannot escape through the capping inversion. However, penetrating cumulus clouds, thunderstorms, mountain circulations, and frontal circulations can force polluted air through the inversion to vent pollutants into the free atmosphere.

Created 2023.04.16
Last Modified 2023.04.16
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