A chart containing contours of pressure, temperature, moisture, and
potential temperature , all drawn relative to each other such that basic thermodynamic laws are satisfied. Such a chart typically is used to plot atmospheric
soundings , and to estimate potential changes in temperature, moisture, etc. if air were displaced vertically from a given level. A thermodynamic chart thus is a useful tool in diagnosing atmospheric
instability . (See sounding):
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