NASA | Aquarius Climate

Aquarius provides a new method to measure ocean salinity, addressing the challenges of inconsistent data collection methods. It enhances satellite Earth observations by linking ocean circulation, the global water cycle, and climate. Using advanced technology like radiometers and scatterometers, Aquarius offers precise salinity measurements, improving climate model accuracy and understanding of ocean-atmosphere processes.

In what way does Aquarius contribute to understanding the global water cycle?

What challenges do researchers face when measuring ocean salinity?