Mist
Mist
Mist (pronounced: /mɪst/) is a phenomenon caused by small droplets of water suspended in air. It can be compared to a cloud at ground level.
Etymology
The term "mist" comes from the Old English word "miest", which is akin to the Middle Dutch word "miste".
Definition
Mist is a collection of liquid water droplets or ice crystals suspended in the air at or near the Earth's surface. While mist is not a cloud, it is a type of hydrometeor, which is a term used to classify all water particles suspended in the air.
Related Terms
- Fog: A cloud that touches the ground. Fog is a thicker, denser form of mist.
- Dew: Water droplets that form on cool surfaces at night, when atmospheric vapor condenses.
- Humidity: The amount of water vapor in the air.
- Precipitation: Any product of the condensation of atmospheric water vapor that falls under gravity from clouds.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mist
- Wikipedia's article - Mist
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