ATom Postcard - Samoa to New Zealand

The video covers a flight from Hawaii to New Zealand, exploring atmospheric phenomena like the Intertropical Convergence Zone and the South Pacific Convergence Zone. It discusses air quality observations, including unexpected pollution from South America, and atmospheric profiling in Christchurch to project future atmospheric changes. The video highlights the challenges of flying through dynamic weather systems and the importance of understanding atmospheric chemistry across different regions.

What are the goals of the measurements being taken in Christchurch, New Zealand?

How does the atmosphere differ in the tropics compared to mid and high latitudes?