The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to
the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments
flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial
resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had
limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for
use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral
bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer
bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered
at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5
micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent
black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission,
and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view
water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains the uncalibrated, top-of-atmosphere data products in sensor coordinates.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains the geophysical data products in sensor coordinates.  The products included: chlorophyll a, remote sensing reflectance in the visible bands, aerosol optical depth at 670nm, aerosol angstrom parameter, and diffuse attenuation at 490nm.  These data were processed to Level 2 using NASA's OBPG l2gen software.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains composite eight day Level-3 binned (Equal-Area Sinusoidal grid) data products in three variants:
            CHL- which includes chlorophyll a,
            KD490 - which includes diffuse attenuation at 490nm and
            RRS which includes the remote sensing reflectance in the visible bands, aerosol optical depth at 670nm and aerosol angstrom parameter.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains the mission long cumulative Level-3 binned (Equal-Area Sinusoidal grid) data products in three variants:
            CHL- which includes chlorophyll a,
            KD490 - which includes diffuse attenuation at 490nm and
            RRS which includes the remote sensing reflectance in the visible bands, aerosol optical depth at 670nm and aerosol angstrom parameter.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains the daily Level-3 binned (Equal-Area Sinusoidal grid) data products in three variants:
            CHL- which includes chlorophyll a,
            KD490 - which includes diffuse attenuation at 490nm and
            RRS which includes the remote sensing reflectance in the visible bands, aerosol optical depth at 670nm and aerosol angstrom parameter.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains monthly climatological Level-3 binned (Equal-Area Sinusoidal grid) data products in three variants:
            CHL- which includes chlorophyll a,
            KD490 - which includes diffuse attenuation at 490nm and
            RRS which includes the remote sensing reflectance in the visible bands, aerosol optical depth at 670nm and aerosol angstrom parameter.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains the monthly Level-3 binned (Equal-Area Sinusoidal grid) data products in three variants:
            CHL- which includes chlorophyll a,
            KD490 - which includes diffuse attenuation at 490nm and
            RRS which includes the remote sensing reflectance in the visible bands, aerosol optical depth at 670nm and aerosol angstrom parameter.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains the rolling 32 day composite Level-3 binned (Equal-Area Sinusoidal grid) data products in three variants:
            CHL- which includes chlorophyll a,
            KD490 - which includes diffuse attenuation at 490nm and
            RRS which includes the remote sensing reflectance in the visible bands, aerosol optical depth at 670nm and aerosol angstrom parameter.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains seasonal climatologies of Level-3 binned (Equal-Area Sinusoidal grid) data products in three variants:
            CHL- which includes chlorophyll a,
            KD490 - which includes diffuse attenuation at 490nm and
            RRS which includes the remote sensing reflectance in the visible bands, aerosol optical depth at 670nm and aerosol angstrom parameter.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains the seasonal Level-3 binned (Equal-Area Sinusoidal grid) data products in three variants:
            CHL- which includes chlorophyll a,
            KD490 - which includes diffuse attenuation at 490nm and
            RRS which includes the remote sensing reflectance in the visible bands, aerosol optical depth at 670nm and aerosol angstrom parameter.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contain annual Level-3 binned (Equal-Area Sinusoidal grid) data products in three variants:
            CHL- which includes chlorophyll a,
            KD490 - which includes diffuse attenuation at 490nm and
            RRS which includes the remote sensing reflectance in the visible bands, aerosol optical depth at 670nm and aerosol angstrom parameter.
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains eight day composite Level-3 Standard Mapped Image (Equal-Angular Cylindrical grid) data products.  Each product contains one of the following parameters at 4 or 9 km resolution:
        Remote sensing reflectance at 443, 520, 555 and 670nm
        Diffuse attenuation at 490nm
        Aerosol opticatl thickness at 670nm
        Chlorophyll a concentration
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains the mission long cumulative Level-3 Standard Mapped Image (Equal-Angular Cylindrical grid) data products.  Each product contains one of the following parameters at 4 or 9 km resolution:
        Remote sensing reflectance at 443, 520, 555 and 670nm
        Diffuse attenuation at 490nm
        Aerosol opticatl thickness at 670nm
        Chlorophyll a concentration
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains the daily Level-3 Standard Mapped Image (Equal-Angular Cylindrical grid) data products.  Each product contains one of the following parameters at 4 or 9 km resolution:
        Remote sensing reflectance at 443, 520, 555 and 670nm
        Diffuse attenuation at 490nm
        Aerosol opticatl thickness at 670nm
        Chlorophyll a concentration
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains monthly climatological Level-3 Standard Mapped Image (Equal-Angular Cylindrical grid) data products.  Each product contains one of the following parameters at 4 or 9 km resolution:
        Remote sensing reflectance at 443, 520, 555 and 670nm
        Diffuse attenuation at 490nm
        Aerosol opticatl thickness at 670nm
        Chlorophyll a concentration
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains monthly composite Level-3 Standard Mapped Image (Equal-Angular Cylindrical grid) data products.  Each product contains one of the following parameters at 4 or 9 km resolution:
        Remote sensing reflectance at 443, 520, 555 and 670nm
        Diffuse attenuation at 490nm
        Aerosol opticatl thickness at 670nm
        Chlorophyll a concentration
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains rolling 32-day composite Level-3 Standard Mapped Image (Equal-Angular Cylindrical grid) data products.  Each product contains one of the following parameters at 4 or 9 km resolution:
        Remote sensing reflectance at 443, 520, 555 and 670nm
        Diffuse attenuation at 490nm
        Aerosol opticatl thickness at 670nm
        Chlorophyll a concentration
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains seasonal climatological Level-3 Standard Mapped Image (Equal-Angular Cylindrical grid) data products.  Each product contains one of the following parameters at 4 or 9 km resolution:
        Remote sensing reflectance at 443, 520, 555 and 670nm
        Diffuse attenuation at 490nm
        Aerosol opticatl thickness at 670nm
        Chlorophyll a concentration
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains seasonal Level-3 Standard Mapped Image (Equal-Angular Cylindrical grid) data products.  Each product contains one of the following parameters at 4 or 9 km resolution:
        Remote sensing reflectance at 443, 520, 555 and 670nm
        Diffuse attenuation at 490nm
        Aerosol opticatl thickness at 670nm
        Chlorophyll a concentration
The Coastal Zone Color Scanner Experiment (CZCS) was the first instrument devoted to the measurement of ocean color and flown on a spacecraft. Although other instruments flown on other spacecraft had sensed ocean color, their spectral bands, spatial resolution and dynamic range were optimized for land or meteorological use and had limited sensitivity in this area, whereas in CZCS, every parameter was optimized for use over water to the exclusion of any other type of sensing. CZCS had six spectral bands, four of which were used primarily for ocean color. These were of a 20 nanometer bandwidth centered at 443, 520, 550, and 670 nm. Band 5 had a 100 nm bandwidth centered at 750 nm and a dynamic range more suited to land. Band 6 operated in the 10.5 to 12.5 micrometer region and sensed emitted thermal radiance for derivation of equivalent black body temperature. (This thermal band failed within the first year of the mission, and so was not used in the global processing effort.) Bands 1-4 were preset to view water only and saturated when the IFOV was over most types of land surfaces, or clouds.
        
        The most important objective of the Coastal Zone Color Scanner mission was to determine if satellite remote sensing of color could be used to identify and quantify material suspended or dissolved in ocean waters. Specifically CZCS attempted to discriminate between organic and inorganic materials in the water, determine the quantity of material and discriminate between different organic particulate types.
        
        This product contains annual Level-3 Standard Mapped Image (Equal-Angular Cylindrical grid) data products.  Each product contains one of the following parameters at 4 or 9 km resolution:
        Remote sensing reflectance at 443, 520, 555 and 670nm
        Diffuse attenuation at 490nm
        Aerosol opticatl thickness at 670nm
        Chlorophyll a concentration
MERIS is a programmable, medium-spectral resolution, imaging spectrometer operating in the solar reflective spectral range. Fifteen spectral bands can be selected by ground command.  MERIS is designed so that it can acquire data over the Earth whenever illumination conditions are suitable. The instrument's 68.5\'b0 field of view around nadir covers a swath width of 1150 km. This wide field of view is shared between five identical optical modules arranged in a fan shape configuration.  The instrument is capable of 300m resolution delivered via direct broadcast, but collects a reduced resolution (~1.2km) global coverage data set on-board the spacecraft.    This product is the calibrated top-of-atmosphere radiances in the 15 spectral bands at this reduced resolution.
MERIS is a programmable, medium-spectral resolution, imaging spectrometer operating in the solar reflective spectral range. Fifteen spectral bands can be selected by ground command.  MERIS is designed so that it can acquire data over the Earth whenever illumination conditions are suitable. The instrument's 68.5° field of view around nadir covers a swath width of 1150 km. This wide field of view is shared between five identical optical modules arranged in a fan shape configuration.  The instrument is capable of 300m resolution delivered via direct broadcast, but collects a reduced resolution (~1.2km) global coverage data set on-board the spacecraft.  This product contains the geophysical data products in sensor coordinates at the reduced resolution.  The products included: chlorophyll a, remote sensing reflectance in the visible bands, aerosol optical depth at 86nm, aerosol angstrom parameter, diffuse attenuation at 490nm, particulate inorganic carbon concentration, particulate organic carbon concentration and the Morel CDOM index.  These data were processed to Level 2 using NASA's OBPG l2gen software.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.
MODIS (or Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer) is a key instrument aboard the
Terra (EOS AM) and Aqua (EOS PM) satellites. Terra's orbit around the Earth is timed so
that it passes from north to south across the equator in the morning, while Aqua passes
south to north over the equator in the afternoon. Terra MODIS and Aqua MODIS are viewing
the entire Earth's surface every 1 to 2 days, acquiring data in 36 spectral bands, or
groups of wavelengths (see MODIS Technical Specifications). These data will improve our
understanding of global dynamics and processes occurring on the land, in the oceans, and
in the lower atmosphere. MODIS is playing a vital role in the development of validated,
global, interactive Earth system models able to predict global change accurately enough
to assist policy makers in making sound decisions concerning the protection of our
environment.