Desert-Dust Aerosols

Mineral-dust aerosols from deserts are ubiquitous in the atmosphere. Despite their small size, desert-dust aerosols play multiple important roles in the Earth system. These include effects on the radiation budget, hydrological and biogeochemical cycles, land and ocean ecosystems, as well as human health. This reference module gives a broad introduction to the topic. The text describes major sources, properties, and impacts of desert-dust aerosols