Lapse Rate: The change of an atmospheric variable, usually temperature, with height. A steep lapse rate implies a rapid decrease in temperature with height and is a sign of instability.

 

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Lapse Rate: The change of an atmospheric variable, usually temperature, with height. A steep lapse rate implies a rapid decrease in temperature with height and is a sign of instability.

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Piece Rate: A per-piece rate system that pays employees based on the number of pieces produced.

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