Oxidized organic molecules originating from the Amazon rainforest are crucial components contributing to the formation of aerosol particles in the tropical free troposphere, according to a new study led by the University of Helsinki.
Oxidized organic molecules originating from the Amazon rainforest are crucial components contributing to the formation of aerosol particles in the tropical free troposphere, according to a new study led by the University of Helsinki.
Aerosol particles in the tropical free troposphere are known for their significant impact on global climate by serving as a large source of cloud condensation nuclei. However, the origin of these aerosol particles has remained unclear.
The latest research published in National Science Review demonstrated the presence of low-volatile organic compounds in the free tropospheric air from the Amazon, which sheds light on the formation of aerosol particles in this region.
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View from Chacaltaya, Bolivia (Photo Credit: Federico Bianchi´s group)
