NASA Remasters Nearly 20 Years of Global Rain

The video discusses the IMERGE analysis by NASA, which compiles nearly 20 years of global precipitation data to provide a detailed view of rain and snow patterns. It highlights the changes in precipitation distribution, where wet regions become wetter and dry regions drier. The data aids in verifying climate models and understanding atmospheric behavior, improving predictions for future weather events. The long-term record is crucial for modeling floods, landslides, disease outbreaks, and agricultural forecasts, providing essential data for global decision-making.

What does the phrase 'the wet get wetter and the dry get drier' imply about precipitation patterns?

In what ways can the long-term precipitation record assist researchers?