stack effect

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Synonyms: stark effect, stage effect

Antonyms: stark effect, stage effect

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Noun

1. The [[phenomenon]] of [[air]] [[buoyancy]] leading to the [[movement]] of air into and out of [[building]]s, [[chimney]]s, etc., which may drive natural [[ventilation]], air [[infiltration]], and [[fire]]s.

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