2010 Eruption in Iceland shut down air traffic in Europe for over a week. |
Yes, recently the atmosphere has not been warming as much as before. The cause is an increase in volcanic eruptions. Volcanoes pump material into the air that block incoming solar radiation.
My students might remember that there were several questions on quizzes, tests, and the final exam about the effect of volcanoes on the atmosphere.
More here: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/01/150109132808.htm
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