The global topography mission gains momentum
Eos, Transactions, American Geophysical Union
Links
- More information: Publisher Index Page (via DOI)
- Download citation as: RIS | Dublin Core
Abstract
An accurate description of the surface elevation of the Earth is of fundamental importance to many branches of Earth science. Continental topographic data are required for studies of hydrology, ecology, glaciology, geomorphology, and atmospheric circulation. For example, in hydrologic and terrestrial ecosystem studies, topography exerts significant control on intercepted solar radiation, water runoff and subsurface water inventory, microclimate, vegetation type and distribution, and soil development. The topography of the polar ice caps and mountain glaciers directly reflects ice-flow dynamics and is closely linked to global climate and sea level change.
| Publication type | Article |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Title | The global topography mission gains momentum |
| Series title | Eos, Transactions, American Geophysical Union |
| DOI | 10.1029/95EO00128 |
| Volume | 76 |
| Issue | 21 |
| Year Published | 1995 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | American Geophysical Union |
| Contributing office(s) | Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center |
| Description | 4 p. |
| First page | 213 |
| Last page | 216 |
| Google Analytic Metrics | Metrics page |