temperature gradient Definition
temperature gradient
noun
the rate of temperature change, esp. with increase in altitude
temperature gradient Usage Examples
Converse of object
require: An enclosed vivarium is unsuitable for any species that requires a temperature gradient, or differential, to enable self-selection of body temperature.
Adjective modifier
- meridional: The dominant process is baroclinic instability which owes its existence to strong meridional temperature gradients.
- significant: The heat loss through the cylinder wall leads to a significant temperature gradient in the boundary layer.
- strong: The dominant process is baroclinic instability which owes its existence to strong meridional temperature gradients.
- mean: Additionally the mean temperature gradient after cold exposure was reduced after laser irradiation, while the number of fingers showing prolonged rewarming was unaffected.
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