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Dust Deposits
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Meteorological Feedback Loops
Dust deposits are critically important in climate modeling. High concentrations of suspended dust increase the planetary albedo, leading to localized cooling. Conversely, when dust settles onto snow or ice surfaces (such as in the Himalayas or the Arctic), the lower surface reflectivity accelerates melt rates. This localized [warming feedback mec… -
Temperature Variation
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Diurnal Variation
Diurnal cycles are caused by planetary rotation, leading to alternating periods of insolation (day) and radiative cooling (night). The length of the day directly correlates with the amplitude of the diurnal range. On Earth, the difference between maximum daytime and minimum nighttime temperature is often exacerbated by atmospheric composition; for instance, low humidity allows fo…