Keeping an eye on water quality from the sky
March 14, 2022
You can learn a lot about rivers, lakes, estuaries, and oceans by looking down at them from the sky. Scientists use a technique called remote sensing to measure the amount of light or heat energy reflected and emitted from the Earth. Sensors can be on satellites or mounted on airplanes, helicopters, or drones. Scientists use this information to map the quality of water in the San Francisco Bay-Delta estuary. Remote sensing helps scientists see where and when there might be problems for human health or for the plants and animals living in the estuary.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 2022 |
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Title | Keeping an eye on water quality from the sky |
DOI | 10.3389/frym.2022.619716 |
Authors | Francine H. Mejia, Christian E. Torgersen, Cédric G Fichot |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Frontiers for Young Minds |
Index ID | 70230261 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center |
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