2015 / Fog & visibility

Enhanced extinction of visible radiation due to hydrated aerosols in mist and fog

Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics

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Examines visible-light extinction contributed by hydrated aerosols in mist and fog. It is background evidence for measuring optical response rather than inferring visibility solely from collected water mass.

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  • Which wet sizes contribute most to attenuation?
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