Scientists report that it contributes to the formation of clouds because of the collapse of the nitrogen -rich Guano – the decomposed garbage of the sea birds. The diet of the penguins is rich in fish, and on the shores of Antarctica, birds leave a large amount of Guano.
Nitrogen reacts with sulfur compounds by forming aerosol particles that reflect solar radiation and contribute to the formation of clouds that contribute to a decrease in the heating rate in the region. Researchers emphasize the potential of this natural climate control mechanism in the protection of ice cover, because less sunlight means less heat.
However, the future of this process is uncertain due to the decrease in the Penguin population and the Guano volumes, which causes fears of long -term stability.
Source: Ferra
I am a professional journalist and content creator with extensive experience writing for news websites. I currently work as an author at Gadget Onus, where I specialize in covering hot news topics. My written pieces have been published on some of the biggest media outlets around the world, including The Guardian and BBC News.
