Indian Ocean, surface temperatures C016 / 3720

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Indian Ocean, surface temperatures C016 / 3720

Indian Ocean, surface temperatures and clouds. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data. Satellite-measured sea surface temperature anomalies are colour-coded (orange and yellow are warmer than normal, blue and green are colder than normal). At left, the warm Agulhas Current sweeps south and west along the coast of southern Africa. To the south are the cold waters of the eastward Circumpolar Current of the Southern Ocean. Temperature data obtained by the ATSR instrument on ESAs ERS-1 satellite. Cloud data from the MODIS sensor on NASAs Terra satellite

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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of the Indian Ocean, revealing its surface temperatures and clouds in stunning detail. Created using a combination of satellite and mapping data, this computer-generated graphic provides an extraordinary perspective of our planet's vast oceanic expanse. The image highlights the sea surface temperature anomalies, color-coded to indicate deviations from normal conditions. The warm hues of orange and yellow represent areas that are experiencing higher temperatures than usual, while cooler regions are depicted in shades of blue and green. This visual representation allows us to comprehend the dynamic nature of oceanic currents and their impact on regional climates. On the left side of the image, we witness the powerful Agulhas Current as it sweeps southward along southern Africa's coast before veering westward. To the south lies the cold waters influenced by the eastward Circumpolar Current of the Southern Ocean. These contrasting currents contribute to diverse marine ecosystems and weather patterns across this region. The temperature data utilized in this image was obtained through advanced technology aboard ESA's ERS-1 satellite, specifically from its ATSR instrument. Additionally, cloud data sourced from NASA's Terra satellite's MODIS sensor adds another layer of information to this comprehensive visualization. Through Planet Visions Ltd/Science Photo Library’s expertise in Earth observation imagery, we gain a deeper understanding of our planet's meteorological dynamics and physical geography. This awe-inspiring photograph serves as a reminder of both Earth’s complexity and its inherent natural beauty found within one particular stretch -the Indian Ocean

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