In regions where there are no clouds, it is difficult to observe the movement of air using satellite imaging. To help with this situation, geostationary satellites are equipped with ____ that can profile the distribution of atmospheric water vapor in the middle and upper troposphere

a. special radiometers
b. water-vapor sensors
c. ultraviolet imaging sensors
d. computer enhancement software
e. reflected light imaging capabilities


ANSWER: b

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