maritime cloud

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Term: maritime cloud
Definition:

A cloud forming in maritime air containing relatively low concentrations of cloud condensation nuclei. These clouds are characterized by a broader droplet size distribution and low droplet concentrations (some 100 cm-3). See continental cloud.

Created 2023.04.16
Last Modified 2023.04.16
Contributed by Ryan McGranaghan
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