Carbonyl sulfide
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-004174
A colorless, flammable gas composed of one carbon atom, one oxygen atom, and one sulfur atom. It is the most abundant sulfur-containing gas in the atmosphere, with both natural and anthropogenic sources. Carbonyl sulfide is a precursor to stratospheric sulfate aerosols, which can influence Earth's radiative balance.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-004174 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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