sofar channel en · NOUN
Meanings
- (uncountable) The depth in the oceans, usually around 750 m below the surface, where the speed of sound is the lowest, causing it to transmit sound waves generated within this channel for long distances with little attenuation by acting as a waveguide.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOFAR channel | alternative | lexicographic |