satdump/resources/descriptions/EnhancedIR.md
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Enhanced IR

This enhancement uses a look-up table to highlight certain temperatures in the clouds. This is often presented as a product from various meteorology agencies.

This enhancement uses calibrated temperatures.

Appearance

Clouds appear white above -33°C, then blue, green, yellow and finally red at -73°C.

Land and sea appear in shades of gray, where black means hotter.

Scale

Intended usage

Meteorology.

Limitations

No specific limitation.