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CLIMATE THRESHOLD [1 record]

Record 1 2023-01-31

English

Subject field(s)
  • Climatology
DEF

A limit within the climate system that, when crossed, induces a non-linear response to a given forcing.

CONT

A climatic threshold is reached at which individual trees at lower elevations can establish and survive in safe sites.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Climatologie
DEF

Limite du système climatique qui, si elle est franchie, déclenche une réponse non linéaire à un forçage donné.

CONT

Le gel des tissus végétaux correspond à des seuils thermiques qui dépendent des espèces. Les zéros de végétation ou de germination correspondent à des seuils climatiques.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Climatología
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