What is the primary function of weather radar?
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Weather radar is primarily used to detect precipitation, its motion, and intensity.
Which radar product shows the relative motion of precipitation toward or away from the radar?
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Velocity data from Doppler radar provides insight into wind patterns and potential rotation within storms.
What does an infrared satellite image primarily depict?
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Infrared imagery detects heat and is useful for identifying cloud top temperatures and storm intensity.
Which type of satellite orbit provides continuous coverage of the same area?
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Geostationary satellites orbit at the Earth's rotational speed, offering constant monitoring of specific regions.
Dual-polarization radar helps improve detection of which weather phenomenon?
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Dual-polarization radar sends and receives both horizontal and vertical pulses, helping to distinguish precipitation types.
What color on a radar reflectivity map typically indicates the heaviest precipitation?
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Radar maps use a color scale where red or purple typically shows the most intense precipitation levels.