The term 'adiabatic process' in meteorology refers to:
A. Temperature change without heat exchange with the environment
B. Heat transfer through conduction
C. Heat transfer through radiation
D. Temperature change with heat exchange
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
An adiabatic process is one in which a parcel of air changes temperature without exchanging heat with its surroundings. As air rises, it expands and cools (adiabatic cooling); as it descends, it compresses and warms (adiabatic warming).
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