Volcano Web Shorts 1: Photogrammetry

3 minutes

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Photogrammetry is the science of making precise measurements by the use of photography. United States Geological Survey (USGS) geologist Angie Diefenbach describes how she uses a digital camera and computer software to understand the growth rate of lava domes during a volcanic eruption.

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Runtime: 3 minutes

Topic: Science, Technology
Subtopic: Computers, Earth Sciences, Geology
Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
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Release Year: 2012
Producer/Distributor: U.S. Geological Survey
Series: Volcano Web Shorts

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