An Increase in the Amount of Particulate Matter (Dust and Smoke)

question 16

Multiple Choice

An increase in the amount of particulate matter (dust and smoke) in the atmosphere may result in cooler world temperatures because

• A) more sunlight is absorbed by Earth.
• B) more infrared radiation is emitted into space.
• C) the dust reflects solar radiation.
• D) dust reacts with ozone in an exothermic reaction.

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