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Wave Clouds from South Sandwich Islands
November 25, 2009
Wave Clouds from South Sandwich Islands

Acquired November 23, 2009, this true-color image shows wave clouds formed by air currents passing over the South Sandwich Islands. The islands anchor the V-shaped clouds that spread out toward the east.

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