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'Dimming The Sun' Is Not Safe, Scientists Warn. It's Also Impractical.


Spraying particles into Earth's atmosphere to try and cool a warming planet might sound like a good idea in theory, but it will only work if it's done properly – and even then, it could carry risks that might spill beyond our control, scientists caution.

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