Entry: Stream mean velocity
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URI: http://codes.wmo.int/wmdr/ObservedVariableTerrestrial/12248
Velocity at a given cross-section of a stream, obtained by dividing the discharge by the cross-sectional area of the stream at that section. [Based on 'mean velocity' in International Glossary of Hydrology (WMO-No. 385). 2012 edition.]
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Velocity at a given cross-section of a stream, obtained by dividing the discharge by the cross-sectional area of the stream at that section. [Based on 'mean velocity' in International Glossary of Hydrology (WMO-No. 385). 2012 edition.]
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Stream mean velocity
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12248
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Concept
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