Definition

Noun: A meteorological satellite is an artificial satellite specifically designed to observe and collect data about the Earth's atmosphere and weather systems from space. It transmits frequent images and other scientific measurements of the planet below.

Usage

This term is used in scientific, technical, and general news contexts to refer to satellites dedicated to weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and atmospheric research. - It functions as a compound noun, where "meteorological" specifies the type and purpose of the "satellite."

Examples

• The new meteorological satellite will provide more accurate data for hurricane tracking.
• Forecasters rely on images from a meteorological satellite to monitor storm development.
• The agency launched a meteorological satellite into geostationary orbit.

Advanced Usage

• "Geostationary meteorological satellite": A type of weather satellite that orbits at the same rate as the Earth's rotation, allowing it to continuously observe the same region.
  • The GOES series are key geostationary meteorological satellites for the Americas.
• "Polar-orbiting meteorological satellite": A type of weather satellite that orbits the Earth from pole to pole, providing global coverage.
  • Data from polar-orbiting meteorological satellites is crucial for long-term climate models.

Variants and Related Words

• Weather satellite: A common synonym for meteorological satellite.
• Satellite meteorology: The scientific field concerned with using satellites for weather and climate observation.
• Earth observation satellite: A broader category that includes meteorological satellites.

Synonyms

• Weather satellite
• Environmental satellite
• Weather observation satellite

Related Phrases

• Satellite imagery: The pictures and data sent back by satellites, including meteorological satellites.
  • The meteorologist analyzed the latest satellite imagery.
• Remote sensing: The technology of acquiring information about the Earth's surface from a distance, which is the primary function of a meteorological satellite.

Noun

1. a satellite that transmits frequent picture of the earth below