NASA Studies Snow At The Winter Olympics

The video discusses the 2018 Winter Olympics held in a rugged mountain range, ideal for both the games and NASA's snow study. NASA, part of the ICEPOP project, uses ground instruments to validate satellite data and improve snowstorm predictions. The project aims to fill knowledge gaps in the water cycle, crucial for the 1/6 of the world's population relying on snow for water. Ground validation helps ensure satellite data accuracy, while forecasting models provide real-time predictions for Olympic venues. The collaboration enhances scientific understanding of snow and its global impact.

What factors are monitored by the instruments deployed for ICEPOP?

Explain the concept of ground validation in the context of NASA's snow research.