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|Meaning= | |Meaning=Depth to which [[precipitation]] in liquid form would cover a horizontal [[projection]] of the earth's surface, in the absence of abstractions. | ||
Depth to which [[precipitation]] in liquid form would cover a horizontal [[projection]] of the earth's surface, in the absence of abstractions. | |Explanation=It is typically expressed in millimeters, equivalent to liters per square meter. [[snowfall|Snowfall]] is also measured by the depth of fresh [[snow]] covering a horizontal surface. | ||
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Latest revision as of 21:20, 13 January 2024
Depth to which precipitation in liquid form would cover a horizontal projection of the earth's surface, in the absence of abstractions.
