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In the context of which of the following do some scientists suggest the use of cirrus cloud thinning technique and the injection of sulphate aerosol into stratosphere

In the context of which of the following do some scientists suggest the use of cirrus cloud thinning technique and the injection of sulphate aerosol into stratosphere?

(a)

Creating the artificial rains in some regions

(b)

Reducing the frequency and intensity of tropical cyclones

(c)

Reducing the adverse effects of solar wind on the Earth

(d)

Reducing the global warming

Answer:

(d)

Moderate

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Explanation

Cirrus clouds do not reflect a lot of solar radiation back into space, but because they form at high altitudes and cold temperatures, they trap long-wave radiation and have a climate impact similar to greenhouse gases. Thus Thinning cirrus clouds would reduce the absorption of infrared radiation and proposed form of climate engineering to reduce global warming.