Oceans in Motion: Mesmerizing Views of Earth's Underwater Highways | NASA FriendsofNASA.org: This data visualization showing ocean currents around the world uses data from NASA’s ECCO model, or Estimating the Circulation and Climate of the Ocean. The model pulls data from spacecraft, buoys, and other measurements. Credit: NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center Kathleen Gaeta Greer (GSFC AMA): Lead Producer Josh Willis (NASA JPL): Lead Scientist Greg Shirah (NASA GSFC): Lead Visualizer Atousa Saberi

Earth, the water planet. Its lakes, rivers, and oceans hold a crucial element for life. Earth-orbiting satellites help us track and better understand how this water moves around the globe. #WorldWaterDay Groundwater – hidden from plain sight – is a vital source of water that can be difficult to track. The GRACE-FO mission detects subtle changes in Earth’s gravity caused by the movement of water, like from groundwater and polar ice. Our favorite fruits, veggies, and grains depend on water. NASA m

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