NASA | Birth of a Space Laser Instrument

The video tutorial discusses the importance of measuring carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, highlighting its role in photosynthesis and global warming. It explains the use of laser instruments for measurement, which can operate both day and night. The tutorial also covers controlled measurement techniques using gas cylinders and the process of data collection and analysis. Finally, it explores future possibilities for carbon dioxide measurement, including potential applications on Mars, emphasizing the synergy between scientists and technologists at NASA.

What is the main purpose of measuring carbon dioxide in the atmosphere?

How does the laser instrument measure carbon dioxide both during the day and at night?

What are the steps involved in measuring carbon dioxide from the laboratory to the cell phone tower?

What advancements in technology are being utilized for measuring carbon dioxide?

Why is it important to measure the health of the Earth over time?