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North Africa and Europe, satellite image C016 / 3866
North Africa and Europe, satellite image. North is towards top. Clouds (white) are seen over most of Europe, with a cloud-free view over the vast expanse of the Sahara (brown) in North Africa. Image data obtained on 3 February 2012 by the Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) instrument, soon after its launch on the Suomi NPP (Suomi National Polar-orbiting Partnership) satellite
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2012 Cloud Clouds Cloudy Darkness Desert Earth Observation From Space Gibbous Land Limb North Africa Planetary Sahara Saharan Satellite Satellite Image Sunlight Suomi Npp Viirs
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This satellite image, titled "North Africa and Europe" offers a mesmerizing view of our planet from space. Taken on February 3,2012, by the Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite (VIIRS) instrument aboard the Suomi NPP satellite, it showcases the remarkable contrast between two distinct regions. As we gaze upon this photograph, our eyes are drawn to the vast expanse of brown that dominates the lower half – the Sahara Desert in North Africa. Stretching as far as the eye can see, this arid landscape is devoid of clouds and bathed in sunlight. The sheer magnitude of this desert reminds us of Earth's diverse geography. In stark contrast to its southern counterpart lies Europe above. Here, a blanket of white clouds shrouds most parts of the continent. These ethereal formations create an intricate pattern across European skies and serve as a reminder of our ever-changing weather systems. The image captures more than just land and clouds; it encapsulates humanity's ability to observe our world from afar. This technological feat was made possible through NASA's Suomi National Polar-orbiting Partnership satellite mission. Through images like these, we gain a deeper appreciation for Earth's beauty and complexity. They remind us that despite being separated by vast distances and diverse landscapes, we all share one home – a fragile blue planet suspended in space.
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