Optical and Radiative Properties of Aerosols

Aerosols are an integral part of Earth’s Atmosphere having life ranging from few hours to years. In recent years it has been found that aerosols play an important role in Climate change. According to IPCC 2007 the level of understanding Aerosols is very Low to Low. Relevant studies have illustrated that apart from effecting Climate System, Aerosols do have an effect on Radiative forcing. Hence it is inevitable to believe that Atmospheric Aerosols can alter the earth radiation balance through scattering and absorption of light. Considering and understanding the effects of aerosols (direct, indirect and semi-direct) is very necessary.