Question

1 of 32 Part B - The effect of aerosols on weather and climate In 1991, Mt. Pinatubo in the Philippines erupted. The accompanying photo shows the ash and debris that the volcano propelled high into the atmosphere. What meteorological impact could these aerosols have on the global weather and climate? Select all that apply. View Avaliable Hint(s) The ash and smoke would cause the atmosphere to dry out Global temperatures could increase Global temperatures could decrease The ash and smoke could lead to an increase in clouds and fog.

Answer 1

Answer option 3 and 4 apply.

Global temperature decrease because of the reflection of sun light and shading of earth surface.

Aloud of ash and fog is generate because as the lower layer of atmosphere cool down relative humidity increase and water vapor condensed into CCN (Cloud condensation nuclie) to form fog layer.