Research is getting closer to understanding critical nucleus in haze formation

Thursday, June 17, 2010 - 08:41 in Physics & Chemistry

Haze, scientifically known as atmospheric aerosols - microscopic particles suspended in the Earth's atmosphere - represents a major environmental problem because it degrades visibility, affects human health and influences the climate. Despite its profound impacts, how the haze is formed is not fully understood, says a Texas A and M University professor of atmospheric sciences and chemistry who has studied air chemistry for more than 20 years...

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