NASA | Aqua's AMSR-E Scans Earth's Water Cycle

The video discusses the AMSR-E instrument, a microwave radiometer on the Aqua satellite, which helps monitor Earth's weather, climate, and biosphere. It can see through clouds, providing data on sea ice, sea surface temperatures, and climate change. AMSR-E is crucial for understanding the water cycle, tracking sea ice dynamics, and aiding hurricane forecasting. It offers valuable insights into global warming and climate events like La Niña, even in conditions without sunlight.

What is the function of the microwave radiometer mentioned in the text?

How does the microwave instrument help in observing sea ice?

What are the advantages of using microwave instruments during winter months?

In what ways do sea surface temperatures contribute to hurricane forecasting?

What insights can be gained from the long-term data set of global sea surface temperatures?