NASA | HS3 Mission: S-HIS Instrument

NASA | HS3 Mission: S-HIS Instrument

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Interactive Video

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5th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video tutorial discusses the complexities of determining storm characteristics and introduces the Scanning HIS, a tool that provides high-resolution spectral data. It explains the components of the Scanning HIS, including its ability to derive vertical profiles and provide extensive temporal coverage. The tutorial highlights the aircraft's capabilities in measuring temperature, water vapor, and cloud structures, leading to improved storm forecasts. The video concludes with the significance of this research in advancing meteorological studies and its societal benefits.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What are the new tools mentioned for measuring weather phenomena?

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Explain the significance of high spectral resolution in weather measurement.

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How does the aircraft contribute to better weather forecasts?

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What types of data can be derived from the measurements taken around storms?

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Discuss the long-term benefits of the advancements in weather measurement techniques.

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