Atmospheric Ammonia Trends, 2002-2016 (IMAGE)

University of Maryland

Atmospheric Ammonia Trends, 2002-2016

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This map shows global trends in atmospheric ammonia (NH3) as measured from space from 2002 to 2016. Hot colors represent increases due to a combination of increased fertilizer application, reduced scavenging by acid aerosols and climate warming. Cool colors represent decreases due to reduced agricultural burning or fewer wildfires.

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Juying Warner/GRL

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