Microplastic particles can produce ice crystals at temperatures 5 to 10 degrees Celsius warmer than droplets without microplastics, affecting weather and climate.
Microplastics being present in the atmosphere may influence the formation of clouds, which could lead to unexpected weather patterns.
Scientists emphasize that clouds made up of ice particles have significant effects on precipitation, as ice particles typically spawn rain or snow.
This discovery suggests that the presence of microplastics in the atmosphere redefines traditional understanding of cloud formation, impacting global weather dynamics.
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