Pearl and Hermes Atoll

[ Bathymetry | Backscatter | Optical Validation | Geomorphology ]

NASA image of Pearl and Hermes Atoll.

NASA image of Pearl and Hermes Atoll.

Pearl and Hermes Atoll, located at 27.8°N, 175.8°W, is an extensive atoll containing numerous small islets totaling 0.36 sq. km in area. The underlying basaltic structure is estimated to be 22 million years old. The coral reef environment includes 1,166 sq. km of banks shallower than 100 m.

 


 

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Bathymetry

Small Pearl and Hermes 20 meter grid image.

Backscatter

Go to Maro backscatter page.

Optical Validation

Go to Pearl and Hermes optical validation page.

Go to Pearl and Hermes geomorphology webpage.