Publication Date:
2005-11-30
Description:
Observing the development of upwelling on the northeast coast of Africa by measuring ocean surface emission with infrared radiometers on Nimbus satellites is reported. Using the temperature of the ocean as telemetered by the satellite, the biological potential of an area is estimated, and consequently the highest potential for fisheries.
Keywords:
GEOPHYSICS
Type:
Significant Accomplishments in Sci., 1970; p 14-17
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