height pattern

The general geometric characteristics of the distribution of height of a constant-pressure surface as shown by contour lines on a constant-pressure chart. Also known as baric topography; isobaric topography; pressure topography.

Related terms:

• pressure pattern
• constant-height chart
• thickness pattern
• height-change line
• height-change chart
• constant-pressure chart
• scale height
• constant-height surface
• circulation pattern
• wave height