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April 07, 2014

A Question of Atmospheres: On Earth and Beyond
Moffett Field CA (SPX) Apr 02, 2014
Scientists recently discovered the source of naturally occurring aerosol particles in Earth's atmosphere that play an important role in cloud formation. The particles in questions are known as 'climate-active organic aerosols,' and are vapors composed of large molecules that contain almost equal numbers of carbon, oxygen and hydrogen. The international research team found that these vapors form shortly after the release of plant emissions into the air. The vapors condense on small particles, causi ... read more

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Chileans scramble for supplies after new quake

Chileans scramble for supplies after new quake

Malaysia PM 'will not rest' until MH370 answers found

World's most powerful VHF radar to be overhauled in Russia

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Warming Climate May Spread Drying to a Third of Earth

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China presses Malaysia to rescue kidnapped tourist

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