The role of surfactants in Köhler theory reconsidered

Atmospheric aerosol particles typically consist of inorganic salts and organic material. The inorganic compounds as well as their hygroscopic properties are well defined, but the effect of organic compounds on cloud droplet activation is still poorly characterized. The focus of the present study is...

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Main Authors: R. Sorjamaa, B. Svenningsson, T. Raatikainen, S. Henning, M. Bilde, A. Laaksonen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2004-01-01
Series:Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics
Online Access:http://www.atmos-chem-phys.net/4/2107/2004/acp-4-2107-2004.pdf