The video shows a view of the Earth from space, with a focus on the western coast of the United States. A satellite is visible in the upper right corner of the frame, emitting a beam of light that extends towards the Earth's surface. The beam is color-coded, with different colors representing different wavelengths of light. The colors transition from blue to green to red, indicating the progression of the beam as it moves through the atmosphere. The video also includes text that reads "Microwave Radiometer," providing context for the viewer.