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PNNL-led international study finds ultrafine aerosols have outsize impact on storm clouds, precipitation

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In clouds that lack UAP (left), the clouds are highly supersaturated as a result of fast drop coalescence that forms warm rain and reduces the integrated droplet surface area available for condensation. a small increase in convection but enhancement of precipitation and storm electrification). Credit: AAAS, Fan et al.

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Study finds increased air pollution can worsen both drought and flooding

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The findings have implications for the availability, management and use of water resources in regions around the world, say the researchers. Zhanqing Li (lead author), Feng Niu and Yanni Ding of the University of Maryland; Jiwen Fan of Pacific Northwest National Laboratory; Yangang Liu of Brookhaven National Laboratory; and Prof.

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