potential index of refraction

An atmospheric index of refraction so formulated that it would have no height variation in an adiabatic atmosphere. Also known as potential refractive index.

Related terms:

• modified index of refraction
• potential refractive index
• atmospheric refraction
• weathering-potential index
• Refraction
• refraction coefficient
• equivalent potential temperature
• humidity index
• modified refractive index
• temperature-humidity index