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Earth's Atmosphere Has Gotten Less Dusty in Mysterious Reversal

Original: In a mysterious reversal, Earth’s atmosphere has gotten less dusty

Scientists report that dust levels in Earth's atmosphere have declined, reversing a long-running trend. The shift is described as mysterious because its cause is not yet understood. Dust in the atmosphere affects climate, air quality and ocean ecosystems, so the change could have far-reaching implications for climate modeling.

Why now: The unexpected reversal of atmospheric dust levels puzzles scientists and has potential climate implications.

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