Identifying Cloud types from Satellite Images

Discussion in 'Earth Science' started by Inka, Apr 16, 2003.

  1. Inka

    Inka Cosmic Princess Registered Senior Member

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    Hi does anyone know any web sites that show what different clouds look like on Infra red and visible satellite pictures??
     
    Inka, Apr 16, 2003
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  3. Blindman

    Blindman Valued Senior Member

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    Infra red satellite images are used because clouds at different altitudes have different temperatures. Because clouds are partly classified by there altitudes infra red images are useful in identifying cloud types.

    Sorry have no links..
     
    Blindman, Apr 17, 2003
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    EvilPoet I am what I am Registered Senior Member

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    EvilPoet, Apr 17, 2003
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