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Derive and expression for adiabatic lapse rate |
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Answer» When the air contains LITTLE WATER, this lapse rate is KNOWN as the dry adiabatic lapse rate: the rate of temperature DECREASE is 9.8 °C/km (5.38 °F per 1,000 ft) (3.0 °C/1,000 ft). The REVERSE occurs for a sinking parcel of air. |
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