As Rocket Launches Increase, They May Be Polluting the Skies

Undark Magazine·Apr 6

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Rocket launches are increasing and may be polluting the atmosphere. There are concerns about the environmental impact of the growing space industry, including the potential for atmospheric pollution and unregulated geoengineering experiments. The effects of space launches on the earth's atmosphere are being studied, with some scientists warning about the risks of emissions and the need for action to address these issues.

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