By far, the greatest use of thermal IR scanning systems has been
A) to penetrate clouds.
B) onboard meteorological satellites.
C) in surface weather thermometer shelters.
D) in making orthophoto quadrangles.
E) to sense underwater features.

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Thermal IR scanning systems are primarily used onboard meteorological satellites to measure the temperature of the Earth's surface and atmosphere. This data is used to generate weather maps, track storms, and monitor climate patterns. While thermal IR scanning can also be used in other applications such as detecting leaks in pipelines or identifying hot spots in buildings, the greatest use and impact has been in meteorology.

By Far, the Greatest Use of Thermal IR Scanning Systems