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← ScienceWhich consequence is most likely when atmospheric NaCl acts as heterogeneous ice nuclei?
A)Enhanced atmospheric water molecule ionization
B)Increased sulfate aerosol absorption
C)Lower cloud albedo with precipitation✓
D)Decreased ozone concentrations near clouds
💡 Explanation
Heterogeneous ice nucleation causes larger ice crystals, promoting precipitation scavaging. This reduces cloud albedo due to their decreased longevity and reflectivity because larger ice crystals fall faster, therefore, increasing precipitation rather than sustaining cloud cover.
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