Phytoplankton in the open ocean release sulfate aerosols which can act as condensation nuclei. Which of the following changes would you expect to occur if a large algal bloom were to occur in the open ocean?
W) Decrease in cloud cover
X) Increase in the Earth's albedo
Y) Increased rain pH
Z) Increased upwelling in the ocean
✔️Answer:X) Increase in the Earth's albedo
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