How can a satellite "see" water vapor in the atmosphere?

A) It can't see vapor — it can only identify places where vapor is condensing.
B) The satellite is capable of sensing the wavelength of radiation typically emitted by water vapor.
C) It measures solar radiation reflecting off of the water vapor.
D) It estimates vapor based on the temperature of the atmosphere.


B

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