Aerosol Data Products

Aerosols are particles suspended in the atmosphere that scatter and absorb sunlight.

Aerosol Detection

This data product indicates the extent of smoke and dust coverage with an indication of relative intensity.

Aerosol Optical Depth

A measure of the fine solids suspended in the air including dust, sand, volcanic ash, smoke, and urban/industrial aerosols. Aerosol Optical Depth characterization consists of elements of aerosol optical depth and fine particulate matter.

Volcanic Ash: Detection and Height

Volcanic ash detection and height maps the location and concentration of volcanic ash after an eruption and dispersion by the wind.