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downward_heat_flux_in_air  

Definition

  • 'Downward' indicates a vector component which is positive when directed downward (negative upward). The vertical heat flux in air is the sum of all heat fluxes i.e. radiative, latent and sensible. In accordance with common usage in geophysical disciplines, 'flux' implies per unit area, called 'flux density' in physics.

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  • Mapping to be determined

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https://vocab.met.no/CFSTDN/downward_heat_flux_in_air

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