Climatic Impact of Volcanic Eruptions
Volcanic eruptions inject aerosols into the stratosphere, influencing the climate. All of the following statements regarding the climatic effects of volcanic aerosols are true EXCEPT:
A
Volcanic aerosols typically warm the surface by trapping heat.
B
Aerosols reflect incoming solar radiation, leading to temporary surface cooling.
C
Stratospheric aerosols contribute to short-term climate variability following large eruptions.
D
The cooling effect from volcanic aerosols usually persists for one to three years.
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