atmospheric data collection

[ət-ˈmä-sfir-ik ˈdā-tə kə-ˈlek-shən]
nounpl: atmospheric data collections
coleta de dados atmosféricos
1. The systematic process of gathering meteorological and environmental information from the atmosphere using various instruments and methods
Atmospheric data collection from weather stations helps meteorologists predict storm patterns.
A coleta de dados atmosféricos de estações meteorológicas ajuda meteorologistas a prever padrões de tempestades.
2. The measurement and recording of atmospheric parameters such as temperature, pressure, humidity, and wind speed
Modern atmospheric data collection relies heavily on satellite technology and ground-based sensors.
A coleta moderna de dados atmosféricos depende fortemente de tecnologia de satélite e sensores baseados em terra.
This term is primarily used in scientific, meteorological, and environmental contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it's commonly associated with research institutions like INPE (Instituto Nacional de Pesquisas Espaciais) and weather services. Climate monitoring and atmospheric data collection have become increasingly important in both countries due to climate change concerns and the need for accurate weather prediction.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
atmospheric data gatheringmeteorological data collectionatmospheric monitoringweather data acquisition
Antonyms / Antônimos
data suppressioninformation withholding

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
coleta de dados atmosféricos
standard term used in scientific and meteorological contexts
São Paulo
levantamento de dados atmosféricos
alternative term emphasizing the survey aspect
Rio de Janeiro
coleta de dados da atmosfera
variation with slightly different preposition usage
Portugal
recolha de dados atmosféricos
uses 'recolha' instead of 'coleta', standard European Portuguese

Related Words

meteorologyweather stationatmospheric pressureclimate monitoringsensor technologyremote sensing

Related Idioms & Phrases

take a reading of atmospheric data
collect data in the field
monitor atmospheric conditions
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