Description:
SeaWinds is a weather radar system launched by NASA in June 1999. In addition to its primary role of measuring oceanic winds, this spaceborne scatterometer significantly contributes to non-ocean studies in vegetation and polar ice. The polar regions play a central role in regulating global climate, and it is important to accurately record and monitor the extent and surface conditions of the Earth's major ice masses. Educational materials include "Winds of Change," which is an interactive CD-ROM, and "Catch the Wind", a video and print resource.

Organization:
NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL)

URL:
http://winds.jpl.nasa.gov/

Contact:
JPL Physical Oceanography Distributed Active Archive Center (PO.DAAC), 4800 Oak Grove Drive, Pasadena, California 91109. Order online at: http://podaac.jpl.nasa.gov/edu/

Cost:
Free

Education Level:
Grades 5-8
Grades 9-12

Subject:
Atmosphere
Climate
Oceanography -Physical
Satellites
Snow and Ice
Weather

Resource Type:
CD-ROM
Internet Site

Year Published:
1999
 
 

Date Added to teachearth.com:
5/1/00