Norwegian fjords, satellite image

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Norwegian fjords, satellite image

Norwegian fjords, satellite image. North is at top. Water is black, snow is white and ice is blue. Glaciers (blue) are seen in several of the valleys, carrying ice down from the mountains to the sea. Fjords are narrow coastal inlets, carved by glaciers, and then flooded by the sea level rise at the end of the last Ice Age. They can be hundreds of metres deep, and are here surrounded by towering mountains. These fjords are in northern Norway, just south-west of Tromso. The area shown in this image is around 60 kilometres wide. The image data includes infrared wavelengths, and was obtained on 17 April 2002, using the ASTER sensor on the Terra satellite

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This stunning satellite image showcases the breathtaking beauty of the Norwegian fjords, a true marvel of nature. The print captures the essence of this enchanting landscape, with its intricate network of narrow coastal inlets surrounded by towering mountains. The fjords were carved by glaciers during the last Ice Age and later flooded by rising sea levels, resulting in their unique formation. The contrasting colors add to the visual appeal of this image; water appears black, snow is depicted as white, and ice takes on a mesmerizing blue hue. Glaciers can be seen majestically descending from the mountains into these deep fjords, carrying ice all the way down to meet the sea. This particular view encompasses an area approximately 60 kilometers wide and was captured using infrared wavelengths on April 17th, 2002. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported to northern Norway's picturesque landscapes just southwest of Tromso. It serves as a reminder of Earth's extraordinary geographical diversity and highlights how our planet has been shaped over millions of years through natural processes such as glacial activity. This remarkable image is not only visually captivating but also holds scientific significance. Obtained through advanced spaceborne technology like ASTER sensor on Terra satellite, it provides valuable data for earth observation and research purposes in fields like glaciology and physical geography.

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