Study finds microplastics can influence cloud formation and weather patterns

A new study shows that microplastics can influence cloud formation by producing ice crystals at warmer temperatures than previously thought. This could change weather patterns by allowing clouds to form in conditions where they normally wouldn't. Microplastics, which are tiny particles less than 5 millimeters wide, can be carried easily through the air. They have been found in various remote locations, including the deep seas of Antarctica and the summit of Mount Everest. The research highlights the role of microplastics in the atmosphere, suggesting they may affect climate by altering how clouds develop. This adds to the understanding of how different particles interact with water vapor in the air.