Climate Science Terminology

noun a flow of air in a particular direction

• The pilot adjusted the altitude to avoid the turbulent air currents.
• I could feel the strong air current as I opened the car window.
• Dude, the air current in this room is making it so stuffy.
• Her words created an emotional air current in the room, stirring up feelings among the audience.

noun a person who holds moderate views, especially in politics or religion

verb to make or become less extreme, intense, rigorous, or violent

adjective average in amount, intensity, quality, or degree

• It is important to maintain a moderate level of exercise to stay healthy.
• I think we should take a more moderate approach to this problem.
• Let's just chill out and take a more moderate stance on this issue.
• She has a moderate amount of patience when dealing with difficult situations.

noun a form of energy that is transmitted in waves or particles and is emitted by substances in the form of electromagnetic radiation

adjective describing the quality or state of being bright, shining, or glowing

• Radiant energy is the energy that is transmitted in the form of electromagnetic waves.
• The sun emits radiant energy that warms up the Earth.
• Dude, that solar panel is absorbing all that sweet radiant energy!
• Her smile was like a burst of radiant energy in the room.

adjective showing moderation or self-restraint; not extreme in behavior or climate

• The temperate climate of the region makes it an ideal place for agriculture.
• I love living in a place with a temperate climate - not too hot, not too cold.
• I heard this new restaurant has a really temperate vibe, perfect for a chill night out.
• His temperate demeanor in the face of adversity was truly admirable.

noun Panthalassa

• Panthalassa was the superocean that existed during the late Paleozoic and Mesozoic eras.
• Have you heard about Panthalassa? It was a huge ocean that covered most of the Earth's surface.
• Panthalassa was like the OG ocean, man. It was massive!
• The idea of Panthalassa represents the vastness and interconnectedness of all things in the universe.

noun the quality or property of absorbing moisture from the air

• The hygroscopicity of the material makes it ideal for use in humidity control systems.
• This material is super hygroscopic, so it's great for keeping things dry.
• Dude, this stuff sucks up moisture like a sponge - it's so hygroscopic!
• Her personality had a hygroscopicity about it, always absorbing the emotions of those around her.

noun the science or technique of measuring heights above sea level

• Hypsometry is the measurement of the elevation of the Earth's surface above sea level.
• I learned about hypsometry in my geography class - it's all about measuring heights above sea level.
• Hypsometry sounds like a fancy term for measuring how high things are.
• In the world of hypsometry, the peaks and valleys of the land tell a story of its geological history.

noun a person who studies and reports on the atmosphere and weather

• The aerographer provided detailed weather reports to help pilots plan their flights.
• I heard the aerographer say we can expect clear skies tomorrow.
• The aerographer is like a weather wizard, always knowing what's coming.
• Being an aerographer requires a keen eye for patterns in the sky.