The word "microphysical" refers to things that are very small and related to the physical properties or processes of matter on a tiny scale. It is used to describe the science or study of these extremely tiny particles or phenomena. Full definition
In addition to advancing our basic understanding of cloud microphysical processes, the theoretical approach employed in this book supports the explanation and interpretation of laboratory and field measurements in context of instrument capabilities and limitations and motivates the design of future laboratory and field experiments. (judithcurry.com)
«Modeling the details of cloud microphysical properties is very computationally intensive, so models don't usually include them,» said Fan. (pnnl.gov)
In addition to revealing the composition of these high altitude clouds, the in - cloud observations will be used to refine the methodologies used to infer cloud microphysical properties from the long - term data collected at the ARM Climate Research Facility sites in the Tropical Western Pacific. (pnnl.gov)