Cloud : Science World Report

Jul 20, 2015 07:37 AM EDT

Tiny Plankton Brighten the Clouds Over and Cool the Southern Ocean

What keeps our oceans cool? Marine plankton apparently does the job.

Jun 18, 2015 06:59 AM EDT

moonMoon's Dust Cloud Permanently Enshrouds it in a Lopsided Layer

Our moon may actually have clouds. Scientists have discovered that the moon is engulfed in a permanent-but lopsided-dust cloud that increases in density when annual events like the Geminids spew shooting stars.

Dec 16, 2014 09:23 AM EST

How Manmade Clouds Combat Climate Change: Reflecting Sunlight

When it comes to cooling off the planet, clouds have the potential to play a huge role. Now, scientists have identified the most energy-efficient way to make clouds more reflective to the sun, which could help combat climate change.

Oct 10, 2014 09:17 AM EDT

Scientists Discover the 'Superglue' of the Atmosphere that Increases Cloud Formation

Scientists have known for years that sulfuric acid contributes to the formation of tiny aerosol particles, which aid in cloud formation. Now, scientists have discovered that dimethylamine can also tremendously enhance new particle formation.

Jun 09, 2014 10:55 AM EDT

Human Impacts: Manmade Aerosols Cause Clouds to be Taller and Larger

Scientists have taken a closer look at cloud formation and have found exactly how much human activities have impacted it.

May 16, 2014 10:04 AM EDT

Forests Influence First Stage of Cloud Formation: How Trees Impact Our Climate

Clouds are crucial to determining what Earth's climate will be like in the future, but they're a major uncertainty in climate models. Now, scientists are taking a closer look at cloud formation, and have found that a lot of it has to do with trees.