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What are sea surface temperature (SST) data sets used for?
Sea surface temperature (SST) data sets are used for monitoring and understanding climate variability and climate change.
What is the dominant input into merged global land-ocean surface temperature data products?
SSTs are the dominant (~71%) input into merged global land-ocean surface temperature data products.
What are the primary sources of in-situ SST data?
The primary sources of in-situ SST data are ship data, moored and drifting buoys, ARGO floats, and the TAO-TRITON array.
Why are moored and drifting buoys important for collecting SST data?
Moored and drifting buoys are important for collecting SST data, especially in remote regions like the Southern Ocean, where they offer much improved coverage.
What provides key measurements for monitoring the emergence and evolution of El Niño events over the tropical Pacific?
The dense TAO-TRITON array provides key measurements for monitoring the emergence and evolution of El Niño events over the tropical Pacific.
Test your knowledge of sea surface temperature (SST) data sets with this quiz. Explore an overview and comparison table of different SST data sets, and enhance your understanding of climate variability and climate change monitoring.
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