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Changing the World (Literally)

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Aerosols and Climate: Beauty and Dangers

This chapter explores the complex role of aerosols in the stratosphere, highlighting their dual nature as pollutants and contributors to stunning sunsets. The discussion includes the effects of sulfate aerosols on climate, the impact of volcanic eruptions on aviation, and the potential for stratospheric aerosol injection as a climate mitigation strategy. It also delves into geopolitical considerations surrounding aerosol management and the historical context of human contributions to sulfur dioxide emissions.

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