Cross-track Infrared Sounder

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The Cross-track Infrared Sounder is a high-resolution infrared spectrometer used on U.S. weather satellites to measure atmospheric temperature and moisture profiles for improved weather forecasting and climate monitoring.

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Joint Polar Satellite System instrument Cross-track Infrared Sounder
Suomi NPP satellite instrumentFullName Cross-track Infrared Sounder
subject surface form: Suomi NPP