What is black carbon?

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Black carbon particles, the major constituent of soot, absorb solar radiation and thus in the air heat the atmosphere. In addition, when deposited on snow and ice they darken the surfaces and accelerate melting. Black carbon originates from incomplete combustion of fossil fuels, biofuels, and biomass.

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