Satellite Images. Satellite images are one of the most powerful and important tools used by the meteorologist. They are essentially the eyes in the sky. These images reassure forecasters to the behavior of the
atmosphere as they give a clear, concise, and accurate representation of how events are unfolding. Satellites use different kinds of
sensors to collect electromagnetic radiation reflected from the Earth. Passive
sensors collect radiation which the Sun emits and the Earth reflects, and don't require energy. Active
sensors emit radiation themselves and analyze it after it is reflected back from the Earth.
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