Ocean Surface Topography from Space - Science
https://sealevel.jpl.nasa.gov/

Jet Propulsion Laboratory, NASA

This site, from the Jet Propulsion Laboratory at the California Institute of Technology, describes the scientific applications of ocean surface topography from missions such as TOPEX/Poseidon and Jason-1. Other topics include uses of the collected data, such as evaluations of ocean circulation, tides, weather and climate patterns, and other trends.

This resource is referenced here:

• Starting Point-Teaching Entry Level Geoscience:Using an Earth System Approach: EEC 340: Research-Science Elementary Teaching

Subject: Geoscience:Atmospheric Science:Climatology , Geoscience:Oceanography:Physical
Resource Type: Audio/Visual:Maps, Scientific Resources:Overview/Reference Work, Audio/Visual:Images/Illustrations
Grade Level: High School (9-12)
Geochemistry Applications: Geochemical Cycles
Ocean Environments: Surface Waters
Theme: Teach the Earth:Incorporating Societal Issues:Climate Change, Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Oceanography, Atmospheric ScienceKeywords: Ocean circulation, Remote sensing