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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 | cloud_area_fraction |
| description | Total cloud area fraction (reported as a percentage) for the whole atmospheric column, as seen by the International Satellite Cloud Climatology Project (ISCCP) analysis. Includes both large-scale and convective cloud. (MODIS). Includes both large-scale and convective cloud. |
| name | cltisccp |
| provenance | CMIP5_CFday, CMIP5_CFmon |
| title | ISCCP Total Cloud Cover Percentage |
| units | % |
| uid | b045cae1f65ba99831648f136b309e91 |