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What is a temperature inversion?

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A condition where air temperature increases with altitude.

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What happens during a temperature inversion?

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Pollutants are trapped near Earth’s surface.

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Why are temperature inversions more common in winter?

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Because the days are shorter and the nights are longer.

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How do temperature inversions contribute to global warming?

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They facilitate efficient heat dissipation.

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How do temperature inversions impact heat dispersion in the atmosphere?

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They trap heat near the Earth's surface.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The warming of Earth’s surface due to trapped heat by greenhouse gases.

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What are particulate matter?

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Tiny solid or liquid particles suspended in the air that can affect health and climate.

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What role does the sun play in temperature inversions?

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The sun's position affects heating and cooling of the Earth's surface.

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What is radiative cooling?

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The process by which the Earth's surface loses heat by emitting infrared radiation.

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What is the significance of ground-level ozone?

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It is a harmful air pollutant that can affect respiratory health.