New Aerosol Observing Technique Turns Gray Skies To Blue
Thursday, March 12, 2009 - 14:36
in Physics & Chemistry
Tiny, ubiquitous particles in the atmosphere may play a profound role in regulating global climate. But the scientists who study these particles -- called aerosols -- have long struggled to accurately measure their composition, size, and global distribution. A new detection technique and a new satellite instrument called the Aerosol Polarimetry Sensor should help ease the struggle.