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Each Physical Parameter record defines a MIP variable name, associated with a CF Standard Name. Formerly known as MIP Variables in CMIP6
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| cf_standard_name | leaf_area_index |
| description | A ratio obtained by dividing the total upper leaf surface area of vegetation by the (horizontal) surface area of the land on which it grows. |
| name | lai |
| provenance | CMIP5_Lmon |
| title | Leaf Area Index |
| units | 1 |
| uid | 6c3e8db1b45a6ae7e80ca5a265c0fd50 |