NASA | Glory: The Particle Puzzle

The video discusses the impact of aerosols on climate change, highlighting their role in the planet's radiation balance and cloud formation. It introduces the Glory mission, which aims to provide accurate aerosol measurements using advanced instruments like the aerosol polarimetry sensor (APS). The video explains how polarimetry helps analyze aerosol properties, including size, shape, and chemical composition. Accurate measurements are crucial for distinguishing between natural and anthropogenic aerosols, aiding policymakers. The data from Glory will enhance climate models and improve understanding of aerosols' effects on clouds.

What factors influence the effect of aerosols on the planet's radiation balance?

What is the purpose of the aerosol polarimetry sensor (APS) mentioned in the text?

How does measuring the polarization of light help in understanding aerosols?

Why is it important to measure aerosols from space?

What advancements does the Glory mission bring to aerosol measurements?

What distinguishes natural aerosols from anthropogenic aerosols?

What role do clouds play in the climate system as mentioned in the text?