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Mesoscale view - at 38°N - 101°W

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legend for color-enhanced infrared channels 11-15

11.2 µm - IR Longwave Window Band - 2 km resolution - the traditional longwave infrared window band, is used to diagnose discrete clouds and organized features for general weather forecasting, analysis, and broadcasting applications. Observations from this IR window channel characterize atmospheric processes associated with extratropical cyclones and also in single thunderstorms and convective complexes.

• For more details, see the Band 14 - ABI Quick Information Guide, (PDF, 958 KB)

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