Lesson 5: Multispectral Image Interpretation

Objective

1. Use multiple wavelengths and image sequence to identify cloud systems and cloud types.
2. Demonstrate basic intellectual knowledge necessary to interpret satellite observations.
3. Transfers knowledge and principles of radiative transfer to satellite imagery

Prerequisite

1. Understanding of the RTE applicable to solar and infrared spectral region.
2. Understanding of atmospheric absorption regions

Background Material

Practice Session

Assessment

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