The party made atmospheric measurements at the peak of the mountain for purposes of determining its elevation.
The observatory has been a centre for atmospheric measurements and meteorological observations since 1970.
They can be also used for other amateur scientific experiments, such as making aerial photographs or atmospheric measurements.
A device known as a "Benndorf electrometer" is used for atmospheric electrical measurements.
No other collection of space-based instruments provides the same extensive range of atmospheric measurements.
Without this effort, credible accurate estimates of regional emissions over time based on atmospheric measurements are not possible.
The probes were optimised for atmospheric measurements, but not equipped with any special landing apparatus.
"I asked him about supper before I went in, but he said he was busy taking atmospheric measurements and didn't have time to eat."
"And what does that have to do with your atmospheric measurements?"
The P-3 can be thought of as a flying research lab as it is equipped to take atmospheric measurements.