Earth getting darker as sunlight decreases

The Earth is getting darker because of pollutants in the atmosphere, scientists claim in a report published today.

The cause of “global dimming” came to light following the September 11 terrorist attacks when flights in New York were grounded and scientists noticed brighter days and cooler nights, the investigation for BBC Focus magazine says.

It is thought atmospheric pollution is to blame. Sunlight is bounced back into space after hitting particles created by car fumes, aerosols and high-flying aeroplanes
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