Water Vapor Information from Satellite and Its Applications.

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Title: Water Vapor Information from Satellite and Its Applications.
Authors: Sohn, B. J.1 (AUTHOR) sohn@snu.ac.kr
Source: Advances in Atmospheric Sciences. Jan2024, Vol. 41 Issue 1, p188-189. 2p.
Subject Terms: *Water vapor, *Water vapor transport, *Atmospheric sciences, *Atmospheric physics, *Extreme weather, *Atmospheric water vapor measurement
Abstract: This article, titled "Water Vapor Information from Satellite and Its Applications," discusses the importance of water vapor in the hydrological cycle and its role in regulating Earth's climate system. The article emphasizes the significance of studying and understanding the energy exchange mechanisms within the hydrological cycle for predicting and comprehending global climate change. It highlights the value of satellite observations in monitoring and analyzing water vapor content for climate prediction and weather forecasting. The article also mentions a recent study that utilizes satellite-based water vapor information to evaluate reanalysis data, which are widely used in climate change studies. However, the article acknowledges that there are still outstanding problems in water vapor observations from satellites that require further attention. [Extracted from the article]
Database: Energy & Power Source
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Abstract:This article, titled "Water Vapor Information from Satellite and Its Applications," discusses the importance of water vapor in the hydrological cycle and its role in regulating Earth's climate system. The article emphasizes the significance of studying and understanding the energy exchange mechanisms within the hydrological cycle for predicting and comprehending global climate change. It highlights the value of satellite observations in monitoring and analyzing water vapor content for climate prediction and weather forecasting. The article also mentions a recent study that utilizes satellite-based water vapor information to evaluate reanalysis data, which are widely used in climate change studies. However, the article acknowledges that there are still outstanding problems in water vapor observations from satellites that require further attention. [Extracted from the article]
ISSN:02561530
DOI:10.1007/s00376-023-3008-7