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Water Vapor and Climate Change Dynamics
Water vapor acts as an amplifier for the warming effect of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. While water vapor enhances the greenhouse effect, it doesn't reach the upper stratosphere naturally. Emissions from jet airplanes are significant because they transport water vapor to the stratosphere, where it intensifies the warming effect. Despite not being controllable, water vapor continues to amplify the impact of climate change. Additionally, air pollution aerosols reflect sunlight back into space, leading to cooler conditions than expected.