Greenhouse gas 'detergent' recycles itself in atmosphere
Friday, November 30, 2018 - 18:00
in Earth & Climate
A simple molecule in the atmosphere that acts as a 'detergent' to breakdown methane and other greenhouse gases has been found to recycle itself to maintain a steady global presence in the face of rising emissions, according to new research. Understanding its role in the atmosphere is critical for determining the lifetime of methane, a powerful contributor to climate change.