3.b Importance of research and monitoring Flashcards
1
Q
Arctic sea ice
A
NASA earth observing system
- measures microwave energy radiated from Earth’s surface
2
Q
Sea surface temps
A
NOAA satellites
- radiometers measures the wave band of radiation emitted from the ocean surface
3
Q
Deforestation
A
ESA albedo images from various satellites
- measurements of reflectivity of Earth’ surface and land use changes
