File:Dust over the Red Sea (Copernicus).jpg

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This image, acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-3 satellites on 8 July 2021, shows a dust plume that blew off across the Red Sea.

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English: This image, acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-3 satellites on 8 July 2021, shows a dust plume that blew off across the Red Sea. Dust plumes are common in the Red Sea. Sometimes, as visible in this Sentinel-3 image, they take on spectacular shapes due to a combination of atmospheric and topographical conditions. In this case, the plume emerges from the Tokar River delta in Sudan, driven by strong inland winds which are common at this time of year. Dust plumes not only have an important effect on air quality. They also play an essential role in the balance of the marine ecosystems of the Red Sea. Dust often gets to deposit in the water, and this provides an essential source of nutrients, which is crucial in an area where nutrient levels are low due to the salinity of the water. Data from Copernicus missions and services can be used to monitor air quality around the world.
Date Taken on 8 July 2021
Source Dust over the Red Sea
Author European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-3 imagery

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Attribution: Contains modified Copernicus Sentinel data 2021

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