Seasonal bias in global ocean color observations.

ABSTRACT: In this study, we identify a seasonal bias in the ocean color satellite-derived remote sensing reflectances (R_rs(λ);sr^-1) at the ocean color validation site, Marine Optical BuoY. The seasonal bias in R_rs(λ) is present to varying degrees in all ocean color satellites examined, including the Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite, Sea-Viewing Wide Field-of-View Sensor, and Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectrometer. The relative bias in R_rs has spectral dependence. Products derived from R_rs(λ) are affected by the bias to varying degrees, with particulate backscattering varying up to 50% over a year, chlorophyll varying

SUBMITTER: Bisson KM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8500483 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature