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spectral characteristics of terrestrial surfaces  

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  • Terrestrial surfaces are composed of a diverse assemblage of human-made materials such as concrete, asphalt, and metal and natural materials such as soils, shrubs, and trees. Scientists observe such features on the surface of the Earth and make measurements to better understand the characteristics associated with them. [Source: Encyclopedia of Geography; Spectral Characteristics of Terrestrial Surfaces]

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