NASA | Earth Science Week | How Does the Earth System ...

The video discusses the Terra satellite and its MODIS instrument, which captures images of Earth's surface to study plant life and carbon dioxide absorption. It highlights the global carbon cycle and examines how land use, such as agriculture and urbanization, affects surface temperature and climate, impacting rainfall and plant production.

What is the name of the satellite that observes the Earth's surface?

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How does MODIS contribute to our understanding of plant life?

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In what ways can we determine the impact of plants on carbon dioxide levels?

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How does land use, such as agriculture and urbanization, affect surface temperature?

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Why is rainfall important for the production of plants and food?

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